Connections: Sports Editionis a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.
Like the original Connections,Watch Sweet Sex (2017) Korean Movie the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connectionsresets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connectionssolution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableThe NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connectionscan be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow:Played with a deck
Green: Where American football might be located during a game
Blue:Information for baserunners
Purple:Part of a logo
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow:Card games
Green: Areas on a football field
Blue: Things a third base coach might signal
Purple:Components of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' logo
Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections Sports Edition #187 is...
Card games- BRIDGE, EUCHRE, HEARTS, PINOCHLE
Areas on a football field - BACKFIELD, END ZONE, LINE OF SCRIMMAGE, SIDELINE
Things a third base coach might signal - BUNT, HIT AND RUN, STEAL, TAKE
Components of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' logo - FLAG, FOOTBALL, SKILL, SWORDS
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connectionsfor you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
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