Connectionsis one of those challenging word puzzles that might seem easy at first. If you just take a look at therules of how to playConnections, it’s very simple to learn. However, the sixteen words the New York Times Games title comes up with to sort into mystery categories are rarely simple. Today’s words are challenging in that they all have several definitions, and many seem like they can be in more than one category. If you are stuck on this puzzle and running out of tries, you might be looking for something to help you get through it with a win.
Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #312 for Jun 01, 2025
TheConnectionspuzzle for today contains the words:Mean, Girls, In, Oz, Curb, Plan, Parachute, Gutter, Gal, Rule, Grate, Fleece, Aim, Cal, Intend,andManhole.
What is the Definition of Oz?
Oz can mean several things in English. The first meaning most people likely think of isthe Wizard of Oz, but there are others. Oz is the shorthand for ounces, and it is also a shorthand for Australia that locals sometimes use for their home country.
What is the Definition of Cal?
Cal is not a word on its own, but it is a shorthand for a number of things:
What is the Definition of Manhole?
A manhole is “a hole, usually with a cover, through which a person may enter a sewer, drain, steam boiler, etc., especially one located in a city street,” according to Dictionary.com.
What is the Definition of Parachute?
A parachute is an umbrella-like device made a fabric that helps someone to slow a fall, as when jumping out of a plane, or to stay aloft, as when parasailing. Parachutes can also be metaphorical, such as having rich parents to back you up if you fail in a business venture, or benefits you retain even if you lose your job. It is also an item used in horology; it’s a device for the balance staff of a watch.
Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle #312 for June 29, 2025
If you want some help that won’t spoil the whole puzzle, check out the range of helpful hints below. There are general clues, category help, and even a few spoilers if you want them.
- Grate and Curb are in the same category.
Girls and Parachute belong in the same category.
Gal and Cal belong in the same category, but it has nothing to do with the fact that they rhyme.
Yellow NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the yellow/straightforward answer:Things you might see while out walking.
Yellow Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the yellow/straightforwardConnectionsisSidewalk Sights.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Curb, Grate, Gutter, Manhole.
The category for the green/medium difficultyConnectionsis
Green Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the green/medium difficultyConnectionsisHave in Mind.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Aim, Intend, Mean, Plan.
Blue NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the blue/difficult answer:All these are abbreviations.
Blue Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the blue/difficultConnectionsisUnit Abbreviations.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Cal, Gal, In, Oz.
Purple NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the purple/tricky answer in thisfree game similar toWordle:All these words can follow the same word to make four common phrases, one of which is a famous TV show.
Purple Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the purple/tricky difficulty inConnectionsisGolden ____.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Fleece, Girls, Parachute, Rule.
Answers for Today’s NYT Connections #312 for June 02, 2025
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