The NYT Connections May 22, 2025 puzzle is here to make your brain stretch in the best way. Today's puzzle #711 is packed with twists. Some connections may pop out right away, while others may hide in wordplay. If you have breezed through the yellow or green group but hit a wall, you need not stress.
Today's NYT Connections May 22, 2025 might have you squinting at details, flashing back to animated classics, planning a virtual trip to the US, and challenged with some brain-twisting riddles. Whether you are stuck on the purple group or just want to double-check your guesses, we've got the NYT Connections Hints May 22 ready (no spoilers).
Hints for NYT Connections May 22, 2025
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The yellow group is pointing towards the terms and conditions often hidden in fine print that we often overlook but shouldn't. The green group has words related to fictional characters who are famous for their skin colour. Next up, the blue group is about taking a walk through a certain American landmark-rich corridor. And the purple group, as always, the trickiest set. The words in this set are about some figures who thrive on puzzles.
Check the NYT Connections May 22 hints below.
Yellow Group Hint: Terms and conditions applied
Green Group Hint: Well known fictional characters (literally green)
Blue Group Hint: Iconic landmarks
Purple Group Hint: Riddle me this...
Time for the big reveal. Scroll down for the NYT Connections May 22 answer.
NYT Connections Answers for May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Struggling with today’s puzzle? Here are the solutions for NYT Connections May 22:
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Find the NYT Connections May 22 answer below. The solution to today’s Connections #711 is ready for you to check—scroll down for the reveal!
YELLOW: Fine print (ASTERISK, CATCH, CONDITION, STRINGS)
GREEN: Characters with green skin (ELPHABA, GRINCH, HULK, SHREK)
BLUE: Features of the National Mall in D.C. (CAPITOL, MALL, OBELISK, POOL)
PURPLE: Famous riddle-givers (BRIDGE TROLL, MAD HATTER, RIDDLER, SPHINX)
What is the NYT Connections Game?
NYT Connections is a daily word puzzle from the New York Times. Each day, you are challenged to sort 16 words into four groups of four words, each connected by a shared theme. The game looks easy (but only in theory). The puzzle thrives on phrases, puns, pop culture references, etc. There is a colour-coded difficulty: yellow (easy), green (medium), blue (hard), and purple (most challenging).
How to Play the NYT Connections Puzzle
Scan the grid of 16 words. Identify and tap on four words you think are connected. Each group will have a shared theme. If you are right, the group will be locked in. You get only four attempts. Be wise with your submissions.
Best Strategies to Solve NYT Connections Puzzles
Start with the obvious. If any words seem related, do not jump to lock them. Look for synonyms, puns, double meanings, and pop culture references to test the connection. Try saying the words out loud. Hit shuffle to refresh the grid. If you are still stuck, go take a walk and come back with a fresh mind.
Other NYT Games to Explore
Once you've played Connections, you might want to check out more from the New York Times.
Wordle: Guess a five-letter word in six attempts.
Spelling Bee: Make as many words as possible from seven letters.
Mini Crossword: For a fast, fun wordplay when you are short on time.
That's all for today's NYT Connections puzzle! Be sure to come back tomorrow for NYT Connections Hints and Answers for May 23, 2025.
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