Today’sConnectionspuzzle presents another engaging challenge, tasking players with grouping sixteen words into four cleverly hidden categories. For those who enjoy testing their pattern recognition and problem-solving skills, this daily game offers a satisfying mental workout. However, even the most seasoned puzzlers can find themselves stuck at times, unsure of how to connect the dots.
This article is designed to provide the assistance you might need as long as you already know therules ofConnections, whether you’re looking for subtle guidance or more direct help. Inside, you’ll find general hints to steer you in the right direction, as well as spoilers for those who prefer a quicker path to the solution.
Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #615 for July 20, 2025
TheConnectionspuzzle for today contains the words:Popular, Emotional, Cheese, Dish, Pan, Return, Spill, Cup, Tell, Command, Alternative, Option, Short, Progressive, Control,andBlab.
Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle
Each of the expandable sections below contains a different type of spoiler or clue for thispuzzle game. In order to see what’s inside, press the “Read More” button below each header.
- None of these groups are about tableware or similar.
Alternative and Emotional belong in the same group.
Cheese and Cup go in the same category.
Here are some hints for the yellow/straightforward answer:“Here’s the tea.”
Yellow Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the yellow/straightforwardConnectionsisDivulge.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Blab, Dish, Spill, Tell.
Green NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the green/medium difficulty answer in thischallenging puzzle game:Typing with Apple.
Green Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the green/medium difficultyConnectionsisWords on a Mac Keyboard.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Command, Control, Option, Return.
Blue Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the blue/difficultConnectionsisWords Shortened in Rock Genres.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Alternative, Emotional, Popular, Progressive.
Purple NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the purple/tricky answer in thisfree-to-play PC game:Other items you could put into this category: Urinal, Pound, Ice Cream.
Purple Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the purple/tricky difficulty inConnectionsis___ Cake.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Cheese, Cup, Pan, Short.
Answers for Today’s NYT Connections #615 for June 27, 2025
If you’re stuck on thisminimalist puzzle gameand need the full answer, head to the section below. There, you’ll discover the categories and the specific words that belong in each grouping.
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