Hints
Today’s New York Times Connections Puzzle dives into a thrilling theme: Monster Quest. As you sift through the challenges, you may find yourself facing some cryptid conundrums. A hint to keep in mind is to look for four-letter words or more that can unravel the clues. Gathering these will help you unlock the larger theme words tied to today’s frightful creatures.
Here are some strategic words you can experiment with: MANY, MOCK, MOTH, TAKE, GATE, DOPE, FACT, PILE, DOOR, DOORS, FOOT, REEK, LOPE, and LAID. Each time you rack up three words of the required length, it will shed light on one of the theme words. Remember, your knowledge of spangrams will play a significant role in your success today!
Answers
Now, for those eager to get right to it, here are the answers you need to conquer the puzzle:
Non-Spangram Answers: MOTHMAN, YETI, KRAKEN, BIGFOOT, CRAWLER, JACKALOPE.
Today’s Spangram: CRYPTIDS. To discover it, begin with the C located three letters from the right on the top row, then wind your way down the puzzle.
As you tackle today’s tasks, remember that puzzle solving involves patience and creativity. Embrace the challenge, and enjoy uncovering the hidden words of the Cryptid realm! Whether you’re scaring up answers or reaching for those tricky spangrams, every clue contributes to the excitement of the game!