Connectionsmight seem like a simple puzzle game on the surface, but it can be a huge challenge for anyone looking to win. Not only do you need to be familiar withConnection’s rules, but you’ll also need to know all sixteen words, have a passing familiarity with the categories, be able to think outside the box, and have a little luck to top it all off. If you want to win today, but you just can’t figure out the puzzle, you may find all sorts of hints, clues, and spoilers right here to get you through the puzzle today with a win.

Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #269 for August 05, 2025

TheConnectionspuzzle for today contains the words:CLUB, WINDSOCK, RUNWAY, BEANBAG, TURNCOAT, LAWSUIT, TORCH, FOXGLOVE, CLAIM, TERMINAL, GUMSHOE, COMPLAINT, HANGAR, RING, ACTION,andTARMAC.

What is the Definition of Windsock?

Windsocks are a sort of flag made of a tube of cloth with holes at each end. They are traditionally used by airports to allow people to easily see the direction the wind is blowing.

What is the Definition of Foxglove?

Foxglove is a type of flower with drooping petals. It is also a program that is self-described as an “observability platform for robotics developers” on its website.

What is the Definition of Tarmac?

Tarmacs are the specially paved lanes for landing and taking off airplanes. Tarmac is also a brand name for road surfacing materials in airports.

Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle #269 for July 26, 2025

Need a few hints to theNew York Times GamesConnectionspuzzle? Check out the sections below for clues.

  1. Torch and Club are in the same category.

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  1. Beanbag and Foxglove are not in the same category.

Yellow NYT Connections Category Hints

Here are some hints for the yellow/straightforward answer in thisinternet browser game:Other things that might fit into this category: airplanes, flight attendants.

Yellow Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for August 02, 2025

The answer to the yellow/straightforwardConnectionsisParts of an Airport.

The four words for this group in the puzzle are:HANGAR, RUNWAY, TARMAC, TERMINAL.

Green NYT Connections Category Hints

Here are some hints for the green/medium difficulty answer in thismobile puzzle game:Things from a lawyer, perhaps?

Green Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for July 14, 2025

The answer to the green/medium difficultyConnectionsisLegal Terms.

The four words for this group in the puzzle are:ACTION, CLAIM, COMPLAINT, LAWSUIT.

Blue NYT Connections Category Hints

Here are some hints for the blue/difficult answer in thisminimal puzzle games:Things that can easily (or not so easily) be thrown into the air.

Blue Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for June 27, 2025

The answer to the blue/difficultConnectionsisThings a Juggler Juggles.

The four words for this group in the puzzle are:BEANBAG, CLUB, RING, TORCH.

Purple NYT Connections Category Hints

Here are some hints for the purple/tricky answer:Other items that might fit into this category: Cutie, Flippant, Bluejacket.

Purple Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for June 24, 2025

The answer to the purple/tricky difficulty inConnectionsisWords Ending in Clothing.

The four words for this group in the puzzle are:FOXGLOVE, GUMSHOE, TURNCOAT, WINDSOCK.

Answers for Today’s NYT Connections #269

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