Hints
Today’s NYT Connections puzzle taps into the spirit of summer baseball with its theme: In the ballpark. If you need a little nudge, just think of the classic phrase: Play ball! As you dive in, your mission is to uncover hidden words that align with this enthusiastic theme.
To help crack the code, remember that finding any three words of four letters or more will unlock a hint related to the theme. Here are some clues that can nudge you in the right direction:
Word hints: TEER, MEER, MEET, TEEM, ROAD, STALL, TALL, BEST, PEAT, LUNH, CULT, BUMP, BILE, PEAL, METE, BULL, STUN, NUTS.
Keep your eyes peeled for these, as they can pave the way to revealing more thematic connections!
Answers
Special mention goes to the answers associated with today’s puzzle, which beautifully encapsulate the theme:
Non-spangram answers: GLOVE, HELMET, BULLPEN, PEANUTS, PITCHER, JUMBOTRON.
Today’s spangram: STADIUM. To uncover it, locate the ‘S’ down five letters on the far left row and trace your way up and over.
Reflecting on these answers, the blend of sports and wordplay makes today’s challenge a home run for puzzle enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned solver or just starting out, remember that persistence pays off, and each word found brings you one step closer to completing the puzzle.