Hints
Today’s NYT Connections puzzle presents a delightful challenge with a sprinkling of fun themes. From royal references to sports lingo, there’s something for every puzzle enthusiast. If you’re looking for hints to help steer you in the right direction, you’ve come to the right place!
Here are some clever clues to guide your guesses without totally giving away the answers:
- Yellow group hint: Shhhh…
- Green group hint: MN, CA, and WA are others.
- Blue group hint: What the ump says.
- Purple group hint: Think Elizabeth II.
Take your time and enjoy piecing together these connections!
Answers
For those ready to unveil today’s connections, here’s a clean list of the answers sorted by group:
Yellow group: mum, private, quiet, secret (Theme: hush-hush)
Green group: IN, MA, OH, OK (Theme: state abbreviations)
Blue group: ball, fair, foul, out (Theme: baseball calls)
Purple group: bed, bee, Mary, Mother (Theme: queen ____)
Puzzle-solving can be a communal experience. Check in with friends or online forums for broader discussions about strategies and themes. Show off your score and bond over shared victories—after all, every puzzle solved is a little triumph!