If you're a fan of puzzle games, you're likely familiar with the New York Times' Connections, where the challenge is to categorize a list of words into four secret groups. Even seasoned players can find themselves stumped, but don't worry—this guide has everything you need to conquer today's puzzle, #575 for January 6, 2025.
Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #575 for January 6, 2025
Today's puzzle includes the words: Blanket, Boot, Breeze, Rum, Picnic, Pant, Umbrella, Pie, Heave, Ars, ABC, General, Broad, Gasp, But, and Puff.
What is the Definition of Ars?
ARS is an acronym used by various organizations, but knowing its definition won't help you solve today's puzzle.
Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle
If you need a nudge in the right direction, here are some hints for each category. You can expand them by clicking the "Read More" button.
Some General Hints for the Whole Connections Puzzle
Here are some general tips:
- None of these groups are about rainy day items.
- None of these categories are about outdoor air movement.
- Ars and But go in the same group.
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Yellow NYT Connections Category Hints
For the yellow/straightforward category, think about: "Give me a moment to catch my breath!"
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Yellow Connections Category Answer
The yellow category is: Breathe Hard.
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Yellow Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The yellow category is: Breathe Hard. The words are: Gasp, Heave, Pant, Puff.
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Green NYT Connections Category Hints
The green/medium difficulty category relates to something that is broad and comprehensive.
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Green Connections Category Answer
The green category is: Catchall.
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Green Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The green category is: Catchall. The words are: Blanket, Broad, General, Umbrella.
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Blue NYT Connections Category Hints
For the blue/difficult category, consider: This will be simple as ____!
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Blue Connections Category Answer
The blue category is: Metaphors for Easy Things.
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Blue Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The blue category is: Metaphors for Easy Things. The words are: ABC, Breeze, Picnic, Pie.
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Purple NYT Connections Category Hints
The purple/tricky category includes words that could also fit with: Sea, As.
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Purple Connections Category Answer
The purple category is: Synonyms for Rear End Minus Last Letter.
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Purple Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The purple category is: Synonyms for Rear End Minus Last Letter. The words are: ARS, Boot, But, Rum.
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Answers for Today's NYT Connections #575 for January 6, 2025
Here are the full answers for today's puzzle:
- Yellow - Breathe Hard: Gasp, Heave, Pant, Puff
- Green - Catchall: Blanket, Broad, General, Umbrella
- Blue - Metaphors for Easy Things: ABC, Breeze, Picnic, Pie
- Purple - Synonyms for Rear End Minus Last Letter: ARS, Boot, But, Rum
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