Connectionsis a short daily puzzle with an interesting twist. Players are given sixteen words, and they need to sort them into four categories with less than four mess-ups. To win, you should be familiar with all the words and their definitions, therules of how to playConnections, and a broad knowledge of many topics. If you have run out of luck, you might want a hint or two or some spoilers to help you win.
Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #250 for June 13, 2025
TheConnectionspuzzle for today contains the words:PILLOW, RUBY, COBRA, CROC, LIGHTNING, SHUTTLECOCK, MOCCASIN, BOA, PYTHON, HEADDRESS, BASIC, SLIPPER, LOAFER, INSPIRATION, JAVA,andUNION.
What is the Definition of Ruby?
Ruby is a gemstone, and it can be used to describe a deep color of red as well. Ruby is also a programming language.
What is the Definition of Shuttlecock?
Shuttlecocks are the ball in badminton. They are usually made of feathers and plastic.
Moccasins are a type of slip-on shoe.
Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle #250 for July 28, 2025
If you are in need of some hints, check the sections below. Each contains a lot of hints to help you get through thispuzzle gamewith a win.
1. None of these categories are about snakes.
Inspiration and Lighting are in the same category.
In this puzzle, Java is not coffee, and Ruby is not a gemstone.
Yellow NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the yellow/straightforward answer:Comfortable wearables for your feet.
Yellow Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for Jul 18, 2025
The answer to the yellow/straightforwardConnectionsisComfy Shoes.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Croc, Loafer, Moccasin, Slipper.
Green NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the green/medium difficulty answer in thisinnovative puzzle game:Feathers.
Green Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for July 08, 2025
The answer to the green/medium difficultyConnectionsisThings Made with Feathers.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Boa, Headdress, Pillow, Stuttlecock.
Blue NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the blue/difficult answer:Ways to make a computer do something.
Blue Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for May 16, 2025
The answer to the blue/difficultConnectionsisProgramming Languages.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Basic, Java, Python, Ruby.
Purple NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the purple/tricky answer in thismobile puzzle game:All these things can do the same verb, but in a different way.
The category for the purple/tricky difficulty inConnectionsisThings that Can Strike.
Purple Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for July 11, 2025
The answer to the purple/tricky difficulty in theNew York Times GamesConnectionsisThings that Can Strike.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Cobra, Inspiration, Lighting, Union.
Answers for Today’s NYT Connections #250
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