NYT Connections, the daily puzzle featured by The New York Times, asks solvers to organize 16 given words into four groups of four, each linked by a shared theme or concept. The challenge lies in spotting associations that range from straightforward to cleverly abstract.
Players receive a 4x4 grid of words. The goal is to:
Each color in the game reflects difficulty:
For today’s puzzle (#903), subtle relationships connect the words. The hints provide tiered guidance to nudge solvers without revealing the full solution.
“Think beyond the literal meanings—some groups might rely on alternate uses or idiomatic expressions.”
Spoilers ahead: once all groups are found, they reveal distinct conceptual links. The official NYT release lists the full groupings for players who wish to check their results after solving.
Frequent players recommend:
Connections continues to attract a broad audience due to its mix of wordplay, lateral thinking, and rewarding “aha” moments.
“Every puzzle feels like solving a linguistic Rubik’s Cube,” one fan commented on social media.
The November 30, 2025 NYT Connections puzzle features four thematic word groups, challenging players to uncover hidden associations in a daily test of logic and language skill.