Love a good word game wherever you are? The New York Times online game will test your wits and keep you hooked. Can you crack todays puzzle? Find out below!
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From light and simple to delightfully tricky, Connections is the ultimate word game to sharpen your thinking and keep your mind active. Whether youre a casual player or a puzzle enthusiast, its no wonder this game has become a fan favorite.
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What Is Connections?
Connections is The New York Times addictive and clever word game that will test your ability to spot hidden relationships between words. Its a perfect mix of brainpower and fun, designed to keep you hooked!
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The challenge is simple yet tricky: youre presented with a grid of 16 words, and your job is to sort them into four groups of four based on shared themes. But beware; some words might fit multiple categories, so youll need to think creatively!
For example, one group could include types of fish like Bass, Flounder, Salmon, and Trout. Another might feature words linked to “Fire,” such as Ant, Drill, Island, and Opal. The themes are carefully crafted using the Oxford English Dictionary, adding an extra layer of sophistication to the fun.
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When to Play
Ready to see if youve got what it takes? Connections releases a brand-new puzzle every day at midnight in your local timezone. Its the perfect way to start your day or end it with a satisfying victory!
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Todays 16 Words
Think youre up for it? Todays difficulty is rated 3.5 out of 5. Lets go! Heres the word list for January 28, 2025.
DEMONLAUGHJOKERAIRHEADCARDBANDCHESSDUMBBELLSNICKERCHARACTERMATMARBUMPMOUNDDIALBENCH
Prefer to tackle it on your own? Take a moment to pause here! If youre ready for hints and answers, keep scrolling.
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Get ready to tackle todays puzzle with these exciting word clues and group themes! Each category is color-marked to guide you: Yellow is the easiest, while Purple delivers the ultimate challenge.
Connections words:🟨 Yellow: Character🟩 Green: Dumbbell🟦 Blue: Snicker🟪 Purple: BumpGroup Hints:🟨 Yellow: A person who entertains🟩 Green: Strength training gear🟦 Blue: Halloween treats without “S”🟪 Purple: Related to speed
Think youve cracked it? Read on to reveal the answers and see if you nailed it!
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Here are the January 28 results!
Yellow Category: A Person Who EntertainsCARDCHARACTERJOKERLAUGHGreen Category: Strength Training GearBANDBENCHDUMBBELLMATRead also
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Jennifer Lopez, 55, Flaunts Her Curves in Sheer Spiderweb Dress, Sparking Discussion – PhotosBlue Category: Halloween Treats Without “S”AIRHEADMARMOUNDSNICKERPurple Category: Related to SpeedBUMPCHESSDEMONDIAL
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And thats it for todays Connections game! Ready for more? Check back at midnight for the next puzzle!
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