Introduction
Good morning! Let’s dive into the fun world of Connections, a challenging word game from the New York Times that will test your ability to group answers into different categories. If you need some help along the way, keep reading for some hints and clues to guide you through the game.
Once you’ve completed Connections, why not continue the word game excitement with daily Strands hints, Quordle hints, and Marc’s Wordle today page for the original viral word game.
SPOILER WARNING: Details about today’s NYT Connections are ahead, so proceed with caution if you want to figure it out on your own.
NYT Connections today (game #554) – today’s words
Today’s NYT Connections words to group are:
- LIGHT BULB
- SNOWBALL
- HAM
- CHICKEN
- PILLOW
- YODEL
- BAR
- FOOD
- KNOCK-KNOCK
- WALKIE-TALKIE
- DING DONG
- WATER BALLOON
- SATELLITE
- DEVIL DOG
- AM
- HOHO
NYT Connections today (game #554) – hint #1 – group hints
Looking for some clues to help you group today’s NYT Connections words? Here are some hints:
- YELLOW: Listening
- GREEN: Fun scraps
- BLUE: Sweet treats
- PURPLE: Typical gags
If you need additional hints, keep on reading for more details on today’s puzzles.
NYT Connections today (game #554) – hint #2 – group answers
Ready to see the answers for today’s NYT Connections groups? Here they are:
- YELLOW: TYPES OF RADIO – AM, HAM, SATELLITE, WALKIE-TALKIE
- GREEN: KINDS OF PLAY FIGHTS – FOOD, PILLOW, SNOWBALL, WATER BALLOON
- BLUE: SNACK CAKES – DEVIL DOG, DING DONG, HOHO, YODEL
- PURPLE: CLASSIC JOKE STAPLES – BAR, CHICKEN, KNOCK-KNOCK, LIGHT BULB
Remember, avoid scrolling further if you prefer to solve the groups on your own.
NYT Connections today (game #554) – the answers
The answers to today’s Connections, game #554, are:
- YELLOW: TYPES OF RADIO – AM, HAM, SATELLITE, WALKIE-TALKIE
- GREEN: KINDS OF PLAY FIGHTS – FOOD, PILLOW, SNOWBALL, WATER BALLOON
- BLUE: SNACK CAKES – DEVIL DOG, DING DONG, HOHO, YODEL
- PURPLE: CLASSIC JOKE STAPLES – BAR, CHICKEN, KNOCK-KNOCK, LIGHT BULB
- My rating: Moderate
- My score: 3 mistakes
A Connections word walks into a bar.
The barman says: “Sorry we don’t serve your type here.”
Personally, I found the blue group challenging today. I struggled to recall the answers until a memory of a Simpsons episode sparked the connection for me. This “LIGHT BULB” moment helped me make my final guess.
Now, onto yesterday’s NYT Connections answers for more word game fun!
Yesterday’s NYT Connections answers (Sunday, 15 December, game #553)
- YELLOW: SPICES – CLOVE, MACE, NUTMEG, PEPPER
- GREEN: PERFORM POORLY – FLAIL, FLOP, FLOUNDER, TANK
- BLUE: SKIM THROUGH, AS PAGES – FLIP, LEAF, RIFFLE, THUMB
- PURPLE: POP SINGERS MINUS “S” – KEY, MAR, SPEAR, STYLE
What is NYT Connections?
NYT Connections is an exciting word game created by the New York Times, challenging players to group items that share a common theme. With varying difficulty levels, from easy to very challenging, players must use their word skills to solve the puzzles.
The game allows some room for mistakes and provides opportunities for players to eliminate incorrect options. While more complex than some word games, like Wordle, NYT Connections keeps players on their toes with clever tricks and wordplay.
Enjoy the game for free on the NYT Games website on any device, and immerse yourself in the world of word challenges!