Hints
Today’s NYT Connections puzzle presents a delightful mix of challenge and fun. While some groups may feel straightforward, others will test your wits. If you’re up for the task, these hints should guide you through.
Yellow group hint: Not states. Think beyond the borders!
Green group hint: Able was I ere I saw Elba. A famous phrase for a reason!
Blue group hint: Scary films. Get ready for some frightful fun.
Purple group hint: My hero, Zero. Look at the slang!
Answers
Now that you’ve had a go at the hints, here are the answers for today’s Connections puzzle:
Yellow group: The theme revolves around cities. Your answers are Lima, Nice, Osaka, and Phoenix.
Green group: Palindromes take the spotlight here with eye, refer, rotator, and Seles.
Blue group: Horror movies without the “S” make up this set. Look for Gremlin, Jaw, Sinner, and Tremor.
Purple group: Starting with slang for zero, you have jacket (jack), Nadal (nada), squatter (squat), and zipper (zip).
Puzzle-solving can bring out the best in us, and many fans enjoy sharing their strategies after tackling these brain teasers. Take your time, and remember that even the tough puzzles can lead to that satisfying “aha!” moment when everything clicks into place.