Looking for a nudge to crack today’s NYT Connections puzzle for April 2? Puzzle #68 brings a fresh set of word groupings that might stump even seasoned players. Here’s what you need to know to keep your streak alive—without giving away every answer up front.
Today’s Connections challenge, as always, presents words to be sorted into four groups of four. Each group shares a hidden theme, and the difficulty ranges from straightforward to downright devious. If you’re stuck, here are some targeted hints:
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The yellow group is all about things you’d spot on a nutrition label—think nutrients and minerals you check for healthy eating.
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The green group involves metaphors for something unexpected or surprising—words that describe curveballs life can throw at you.
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The blue group will be familiar to spreadsheet users: these are all terms you’d find in programs like Excel.
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The purple group is the trickiest, centering on things with a helical or spiral shape—look for words that twist and turn.
Still puzzling over which words fit where? Remember, you only get four mistakes before the game ends, so think carefully about double meanings and wordplay. Today’s puzzle is rated as slightly easier than average, but the purple group’s spiral theme has tripped up many players.
Ready to test your word association skills? Dive in and see if you can spot the connections before time runs out!
