Hints
Today’s NYT Connections Puzzle offers a delightful challenge perfect for puzzle enthusiasts. The clues are designed to engage your brain, blending creativity with logic. If you’re looking for hints to guide you through, here’s a sneak peek at some of the categories and what to expect.
For the “Across” clues, think about commonly known phrases or expressions. They often play on familiar sayings or idioms that are part of everyday conversation. The phrases will lean towards humor and might require a bit of lateral thinking!
As for the “Down” clues, you can anticipate a mix of people, times, and thematic elements tied to daily life. Pay special attention to quirky definitions and double meanings that can throw you off the scent.
Answers
If you’re ready for the full answers, here they are:
- Across:
- 1A: DOG – A word on either side of “___-eat-___”
- 4A: MINE – A word on either side of “___, all ___!”
- 5A: NEVER – A word on either side of “___ say ___”
- 6A: ATEAM – First-string squad
- 7A: HARMS – Causes injury to
- Down:
- 1D: DIVER – Someone who might be swimming with the fishes
- 2D: ONEAM – An hour past midnight
- 3D: GERMS – Hand sanitizer targets
- 4D: META – Like a crossword clue about crossword clues
- 5D: NAH – “I’ll pass, thanks”
As puzzle lovers, sharing strategies adds to the excitement. Connecting with fellow solvers can enhance the experience, whether it’s through casual conversation or dedicated online communities. Celebrating small victories and overcoming tricky clues makes every puzzle solved a rewarding adventure.