Hints
It’s that time again! Today’s NYT Connections Puzzle brings a fresh set of challenges for puzzle enthusiasts. This edition features a good mix of clues that might require some creative thinking.
To help you navigate through the clues without giving too much away, here are some hints grouped by their respective categories:
- Remove from a position of power: Think about a five-letter word often associated with political or organizational changes.
- Not cool: A term that suggests a lack of trendiness or popularity, commonly used to describe fashion.
- “Fine, see if ___!”: A phrase that can be interpreted as a challenge or retort, often used in casual conversation.
- Kind of bored: This word describes a state of weariness or disinterest; it begins with ‘J’ and focuses on a lack of excitement.
- Primatologist’s subjects: What do you call the group of animals that are closest to humans in the evolutionary tree?
For the down clues, here are some more gentle nudges to help out:
- Kind of board: This board is associated with seeking answers or guidance.
- Prepare to use, as a pen: What’s the action you take before writing begins?
- Desirable place to sit on a hot day: It’s often found outdoors—think of where you might escape the sun.
- Pair on a bicycle: A term known well in the context of transport—it’s featured on vehicles.
- ___ Xing (street sign): A common warning sign that signals crossing something important.
Answers
Here are the full answers to today’s puzzle, laid out for clarity:
- 1A: OUST
- 5A: UNHIP
- 7A: ICARE
- 8A: JADED
- 9A: APES
- 1D: OUIJA
- 2D: UNCAP
- 3D: SHADE
- 4D: TIRES
- 6D: PED
Puzzle solvers often find joy in sharing their solutions and strategies. Engaging with communities, whether through social media or dedicated forums, can enrich your solving experience. Don’t hesitate to bounce ideas off fellow enthusiasts for even more fun!