We look at the NYT Connections puzzle's hints and answers for today (Image via The New York Times)
Today's NYT Connections hints and answers (August 20, 2025) can help you continue your winning streak. There are 16 new words currently live on the website, and you have to place those seemingly unrelated words into four categories, each connected by a theme, within four chances. However, this word puzzle can be challenging since you're not given the names of the categories until you figure out the answers.
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If you are stumped and worried about wasting your chances trying to guess the answers, this article should help you. It provides four hints to help you determine the names of the categories so that you can narrow down your guesses.
Today's NYT Connections puzzle hints (August 20, 2025)
The hints for today's New York Times Connections puzzle are given below:
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