How to Play (and Win) Connections
Overview
In the Connections puzzle, players are presented with a grid of 16 words and must group them into four sets of four words that share a common theme. The game requires not only a keen sense of word association but also the ability to think outside the box, as words often belong to multiple categories.
Daily Puzzle Insights
For those seeking daily support, CNET provides hints and solutions for the New York Times Connections puzzle.
Today’s Puzzle:
- Yellow Group: Think money.
- Green Group: Not toes.
- Blue Group: Not out of the ordinary.
- Purple Group: Amazon’s fast-shipping option.
Group Solutions
- Yellow (Finance): Back, Bankroll, Fund, Support
- Green (Fingers): Index, Little, Middle, Ring
- Blue (Customary): Common, Routine, Standard, Stock
- Purple (Prime ___): Number, Real Estate, Rib, Time
Video Tutorial
To aid your puzzle-solving skills, check out the video titled “How to Play (and Win) Connections.”
Author Bio
Gael Fashingbauer Cooper is a CNET editor and experienced journalist. With a background in pop culture and journalism since 1989, she has co-authored notable books and has a keen interest in nostalgia.
For more tips, check out the CNET guide on Connections strategies and hints!
