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Connectionsis a short, daily word puzzle game from the New York Times Games. Every day, you get a 6x8 grid of seemingly random letters. Hidden inside it will be a handful of themed words, all of which are a mystery to you from the beginning.
If you already knowhow to playConnectionsbut are struggling with today’s puzzle, this guide is here to help. In it, you may find all sorts of hints, spoilers, and even the full answer if you are still unable to uncover the solution.
Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #454 for July 10, 2025
TheConnectionspuzzle for today contains the words:Tank, Glove, Scale, Tee, Coach, Rocks, Polo, Crop, Filter, Ball, Rotate, Mustang, Godiva, Flip, Pump,andDriver.
What is the Definition of Godiva?
Godiva is the story of a woman named Lady Godiva, who was the wife of Leofric; she lived in the early 1000s. There is a legend surrounding her that, in protest of a tax her husband levied on the town, she rode a horse naked down the main road. Godiva Chocolatier is a chocolate maker whose logo depicts Lady Godiva on horseback.
Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle
The sections below contain a bunch of clues for thisfree browser-based puzzle game. Each is covered up to keep you from spoiling too much for yourself; you can uncover each clue by pressing the “Read More” button below each section.
- Coach and Polo go in the same group.
- Rocks and Tank go in the same category.
Yellow Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the yellow/straightforwardConnectionsisWays to Transform an Image.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Crop, Flip, Rotate, Scale.
Green NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the green/medium difficulty answer:Items used in a certain sport.
Green Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the green/medium difficultyConnectionsisThings Used in Golf.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Ball, Driver, Glove, Tee.
Blue NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the blue/difficult answer:Things needed for a new pet fish.
Blue Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the blue/difficultConnectionsisAquarium Purchases.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Filter, Pump, Rocks, Tank.
Purple NYT Connections Category Hints
Here are some hints for the purple/tricky answer in thispuzzle game that can make you smarter:All these companies' logos have something in common.
Purple Connections Category Answer and All Four Words
The answer to the purple/tricky difficulty inConnectionsisLogos with Horses.
The four words for this group in the puzzle are:Coach, Godiva, Mustang, Polo.
Answers for Today’s NYT Connections #454 for May 18, 2025
Searching for the full spoiler forthis mobile-friendly puzzle game? In the expandable section below, you can find a screenshot of a completed puzzle as well as all the categories and the words that belong in each.
Want to play? Check out theNew York Times Games Connectionswebsite, available on almost any device with a browser.
