The NYT Mini is a quick and dirty version of the newspaper's larger and long-running crossword. Most days, there are between three and five clues in each direction on a five by five grid, but the puzzles are sometimes larger, especially on Saturdays.

Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues.

Connections has proved to be a firm favorite among word game fans since arriving on the scene a little over one year ago. Launched by The New York Times in June 2023, Connections now holds the distinction of being the news outlet's second most-played game—after the hugely popular brainteaser Wordle.