NYT Connections Hints

Today's NYT Connections Hints & Answers (Fri, March 14, 2025)


Connections Hints for March 14, 2025

Tackling the March 14th Connections puzzle? Today's grid strikes a medium difficulty level, with players likely solving it in about 5-10 minutes. The categories showcase subtle relationships and a few tricky overlaps, especially in impulse buys and road types. Stay sharp for words that might fit more than one group, and think carefully about associations! Here's a set of strategic hints to guide you:

  • Think about what the taxman or a judge might hand you—no free passes here.
  • Ever succumbed to a last-minute craving while waiting to pay? Guilty pleasures abound!
  • From towering blockbusters to bite-sized tales, consider cinematic variety.
  • Travel paths that connect history, adventure, and a bit of rough terrain.

Hinted Answers: Peek or Reveal

IMPOSE, AS A PENALTY

CHECKOUT LINE IMPULSE BUYS

MOVIES OF VARIOUS LENGTHS

___ ROAD


Get Hints Step-by-Step

To solve today's NYT Connections puzzle without spoiling all the answers, we recommend using our hints progressively. Follow these four steps:

  • 1. Start with High-Level Clues

    Begin by reading the four general hints in the purple box at the top of the page. Each one describes the theme of a group and might be all you need to get started.

  • 2. View a Specific Group's Theme

    If you still need a nudge, expand a single group (e.g., Group #1 Hint & Answer). You will see a more direct description of that group's theme.

  • 3. Reveal Words One-by-One

    This is the key step. Before revealing the full solution, try clicking the [?] buttons. Each click will unveil one word from the group, allowing you to keep the satisfaction of solving it yourself.

  • 4. Check the Final Answer

    When you're ready to check your solution or need the final answer, click the [Reveal Answer] button to see all four words in the group.


FAQ

View today's Connections hints, reveal puzzle answers progressively, and access an archive of past Connections hints.

Hints refresh daily, typically just after midnight Eastern Time, syncing with The New York Times - Connections Puzzle. The update process usually takes only a few minutes. Check back if not immediately available.

No, our hints are completely free. This site was created by fellow game enthusiasts to enhance the solving experience. There are no hidden charges or paid features.

Yes! Use the "Find Archived Hints" section to explore hints from previous days. Please note that our archives currently cover the past year.

Consider using hints when you're truly stuck, short on time, or just want a more relaxed experience. They're designed to help you enjoy the game, not to replace the challenge.

No, all hints on this site are independently created by our team. We design them to complement the official puzzle, providing an unofficial but helpful guide for when you need it.

Absolutely! Using a hint is just another way to engage with the puzzle. As you play more, you'll likely rely on them less. The most important part is to have fun and keep your streak going!

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