NYT Connections Solutions History - Answer Archive

Good morning, dear connectors. Welcome to the definitive NYT Connections archive, puzzle enthusiasts! Our comprehensive collection features every Connections solution since the game's launch. Each daily puzzle presents 16 carefully selected words that form 4 distinct groups of related terms. Navigate our chronological archive to discover how Yellow (straightforward), Green (moderate), Blue (challenging), and Purple (most difficult) categories have evolved over time. Whether you're researching past puzzles, analyzing pattern trends, or simply curious about solutions you missed, our meticulously organized database provides the perfect reference tool for serious Connections players. Click any month to explore detailed breakdowns of each day's word groupings and their clever connections.

Recent Answers (Spoilers)

December 2025

Monday, December 22, 2025 #957

Green: INFLUX
RASH
RUSH
SURGE
WAVE
Blue: SUBSEQUENT
COMING
FOLLOWING
FUTURE
LATER
Purple: KINDS OF CARDS
BUSINESS
GREETING
MEMBERSHIP
PLAYING
Unknown: COLORS MINUS LAST LETTER
BROW
CYA
PIN
WHIT

Sunday, December 21, 2025 #956

Green: FEATURES OF A TEAPOT
HANDLE
LID
SPOUT
STRAINER
Blue: LIBRARY SECTIONS
CIRCULATION
PERIODICALS
REFERENCE
STACKS
Purple: ARISE
EMERGE
FLOW
ISSUE
RESULT
Unknown: ___DROP
AIR
EAVES
GUM
RAIN

Saturday, December 20, 2025 #955

Green: CONTAINERS
BUCKET
CAN
DRUM
TIN
Blue: LAUNDRY SERVICES
DRY
FOLD
PRESS
WASH
Purple: BRITISH BANDS FORMED IN THE 1970S, WITH "THE"
CLASH
CURE
DAMNED
FALL
Unknown: ROCK ___
BOTTOM
LOBSTER
MUSIC
SALT

Friday, December 19, 2025 #954

Green: FINDINGS
DATA
DETAILS
INFORMATION
INTELLIGENCE
Blue: DINNER OPTIONS
COOK
DELIVERY
GO OUT
LEFTOVERS
Purple: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
COMMERCE
EDUCATION
ENERGY
LABOR
Unknown: HOMOPHONES OF PLACES TO PARK A SHIP
BIRTH
DOC
PEER
WORF

Thursday, December 18, 2025 #953

Green: BIT OF WISHFUL THINKING
DAYDREAM
FANCY
FANTASY
ILLUSION
Blue: PROTAGONIST
HERO
LEAD
PRINCIPAL
STAR
Purple: COMPONENT OF AN ARTS AND CRAFTS PROJECT
FELT
GLITTER
PIPE CLEANER
POMPOM
Unknown: SOCIAL ___
BUTTERFLY
MEDIA
SECURITY
WORKER

Connections answer full history

How do I Play NYT Connections?

In NYT Connections, you need to find four groups of four related words. The groups are color-coded by difficulty:

Yellow (Simplest)

These connections are the most straightforward to identify. They often involve common categories like animals, foods, or colors.

Green (Simple)

These connections are a bit more challenging but still relatively clear. They might involve more specific categories or require some general knowledge.

Blue (medium)

These connections are moderately difficult and might require more lateral thinking or specific knowledge to identify.

Purple (Hardest)

These are the most difficult connections, often involving wordplay, puns, or obscure references that require creative thinking to solve.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often are new Connections puzzles released?

New NYT Connections puzzles are released daily at midnight.

Can I play previous Connections puzzles?

The NYT only offers the current day's puzzle, but our archive lets you see all past solutions.

How many attempts do I get to solve a Connections puzzle?

You have four mistakes allowed before the game ends. Choose carefully!

Are the groups always equally difficult?

No, groups are color-coded by difficulty: Yellow (easiest), Green, Blue, and Purple (hardest).