Hints
Today’s NYT Connections Puzzle offers a delightful challenge, mixing wordplay and categorization. If you’re feeling stumped, you’re not alone—many puzzle enthusiasts find themselves scratching their heads over today’s clues. Let’s dive into some hints that will help you navigate through the tricky combinations without giving everything away.
Start by identifying any obvious categories among the clues. Sometimes words can belong to a specific theme or group that can provide direction. Also, pay attention to any unique characteristics of the words; for instance, are they all related to a certain topic or concept?
For instance, look closely at terms connected through common uses or meanings. You might find that some answers link together based on shared contexts—this can often simplify your search. If you encounter ties between clues, they may help you deduce the answers for the others.
Answers
If you’re ready for the full reveal, here are the answers for today’s NYT Connections Puzzle, neatly outlined for easy reference:
Across:
1A: WINE (With 5-Down, road trip with frequent stops for reds)
5A: TONER (Printer supply)
6A: ORDER (Use DoorDash or Grubhub)
7A: USED (Like thrift shop items)
8A: REX (Distortus ___, mutant dinosaur in “Jurassic World Rebirth”)
Down:
1D: WORSE (Not as good)
2D: INDEX (End-of-book reference)
3D: NEED (Have to have)
4D: ERR (Go wrong)
5D: TOUR (See 1-Across)
<pAs you reflect on the answers, consider how the interconnectedness of the clues can enhance your overall solving strategy. Sharing your experiences or favorite tactics with fellow solvers can spark interesting discussions, especially around how different minds approach puzzle solving.