The May 14 New York Times Connections puzzle challenges players to group 16 words into four categories that are somehow connected. The game editor incorporates words that can fit into multiple groups, making it a tricky brainteaser. Additionally, tips for the game Strands, which is still in beta, are provided. Players are required to look at the words carefully and think about related terms to successfully complete the puzzle. The groups are color-coded, with yellow being the easiest and purple being the toughest.
To play Connections, players must mentally assign the 16 words to related groups of four and click on the words they believe belong together. The colors of the groups are revealed after the answers are submitted. Hints for today’s puzzle include themes such as early iteration, enjoying a meal, Spanish pronouns, and words related to “skinny.” These hints help guide players in grouping the words appropriately to solve the puzzle successfully.
Today’s Wordle answer is also provided, along with hints for the Wordle game. The answers for today’s Connections puzzle are revealed, with the yellow words being draft, outline, plan, and sketch grouped under the theme of early iteration. The green words, which include dine, feast, feed, and sup, are related to enjoying a meal. The blue words, ella, me, sus, and yo, are Spanish pronouns. Lastly, the purple words, fit, Jim, pickings, and shady, are related to words that accompany another term for “skinny.”
Overall, the Connections puzzle challenges players to think critically and make connections between seemingly unrelated words. By utilizing hints and carefully analyzing the words provided, players can successfully group them into categories and solve the puzzle. Additionally, tips for playing Strands, a new game from the Times, are shared to assist players in navigating the challenges presented by the game.
