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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 25, 2026

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 25, 2026

The NYT Connections puzzle for October 25, 2026 is not too difficult for those who enjoy a challenge. The game, one of the most popular New York Times word games, requires players to find common threads between 16 words divided into four categories. Connections resets each day and becomes progressively trickier. Hints and tips are provided to help players solve the puzzle.

If you prefer to see the solution directly, it is available at the end of this article. However, if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for clues and strategies.

To assist you, here are today's Connections categories and their corresponding answers:

- Yellow: Steal - BOOST, PALM, POCKET, SWIPE

- Green: Pasta shapes - BOW TIE, ELBOW, SHELL, WAGON WHEEL

- Blue: Fictional Toms - RIPLEY, SAWYER, SWIFT, THUMB

- Purple: Things that can be snapped - FINGERS, FOOTBALL, GLOW STICK, RUBBER BAND

Good luck with today's puzzle!

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