How NYT Connections Works
Connections challenges players to arrange 16 scrambled words into 4 distinct groups of 4 based on hidden common threads or associations. Beware of "red herrings" designed to fit into multiple categories.
Today's Shuffled Clues
Click word to locate categoryRESPECTS
STOOGES
BEST
AUTOCRUISE
MINDS
CHEERS
SURPASS
THANKS
MULHOLLAND
FOOLHARDY
WISHES
TOP
STRIKES
REGARDS
HEEDS
ECLIPSE
NYT Connections Hints and Solutions for 8. October, 2026
Progressive hint assistance for each category.