There is a whole newConnectionspuzzle for word puzzle lovers to check out today, August 03, 2025, on the New York Times Games online site. This puzzle has sixteen words that need to be sorted into four categories. To win, you need to have some general knowledge of many subjects, know the definitions of all the words, and sometimes be able to think outside the box.Connection’s rulesmight be simple, but knowing enough to get through every puzzle with a win isn’t. So if you are looking for a hint, you aren’t alone, and this article is here to help.
Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #249 for June 05, 2025
TheConnectionspuzzle for today contains the words:LIGHT, DESERT, BAKE, WATCH, OASIS, HOURGLASS, MONITOR, BLUR, BEACH, TIMER, PULP, TRACK, BROIL, SURVEY, PLAYGROUND,andSUEDE.
What is the Definition of Suede?
Suede is a noun that means a soft leather fabric with a napped finish on it. It can also be a verb that means to make a piece of leather soft with a napped finish. It is also a well-known Britpop band.
What is the Definition of Broil?
Broil is a button found commonly on ovens; it’s a sort of grill function inside the oven. It can be both a noun to describe the broil itself or the act of cooking something with it. Broil is also a verb that can mean being in a situation where you might overheat or be very overly hot. Broil is also a noun meaning a loud fight or disturbance.
Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle #249 for Jul 24, 2025
Need some hints for today’s puzzle? Check the sections below for some helpful tips to get through thischallenging puzzle game.
Some General Hints for the Whole Connections Puzzle 249
Here are some hints for thisrelaxing word puzzle game:
None of the categories are about ways to tell time.
Desert and Oasis are not in the same category.
- But one of the categories is about sand.
Yellow Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for June 17, 2025
The answer to the yellow/straightforwardConnectionsisFollow Attentively.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Monitor, Survey, Track, Watch.
Green NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the green/medium difficulty answer:Dunes and sandcastles all erode in time.
Green Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for June 05, 2025
The answer to the green/medium difficultyConnectionsisWhere You Might Find Sand.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Beach, Desert, Hourglass, Playground.
Blue NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the blue/difficult answer in thisinternet-browser puzzle game:Other items that fit into this category: Clock, Temperature, Self-Cleaning.
Blue Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for July 12, 2025
The answer to the blue/difficultConnectionsisOven Buttons.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Bake, Broil, Light, Timer.
Purple NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the purple/tricky answer:Pop bands over the sea.
Purple Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for June 24, 2025
The answer to the purple/tricky difficulty inConnectionsisBritpop Bands.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Blue, Oasis, Pulp, Suede.
Answers for Today’s NYT Connections #249
If you are still stuck and are just looking for the full answer to today’s puzzle, check below. The expandable section there has the spoiler for puzzle number 249.
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