Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets 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.

The theme for today's New York Times Games Strands is challenging enough that you might be looking for a little, or a lot, of help.

Connections gives you sixteen words every day that need to be sorted into categories, and the only clue you will get will be the words themselves.

Our plan helps you prepare answers before new questions arise. The choice is all yours! ALSO READ| NYT Connections Today: See hints and answers for January 22, 2025 Step into the world of Connections,

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.