NYT Unveils Connections Hints for September 10 Puzzle

New York, September 10, 2025 - The New York Times today released its daily Connections puzzle hints, guiding solvers through the four hidden word groups in Puzzle #822: expressions of reprimand, synonyms for rapid movement, iconic Eddie Murphy characters, and fill-in-the-blank “King” phrases.

In a fresh round of the popular word-association game, Connections devotees received targeted clues to jump-start their solutions for Wednesday’s challenge, emphasizing swift thinking and cultural nods. The hints aim to maintain player engagement and support streaks by spotlighting each category’s unifying theme.

Highlights of today’s hints include:

• Reprimand Reactions: Phrases you might hear when someone stumbles or commits a minor blunder.
• Move Quickly: Verbs describing sudden or rapid motion, often used when racing against time.
• Eddie Murphy Roles: Famous characters portrayed by Eddie Murphy across film and animation.
• Fill-in “King”: Words that complete familiar titles or names when prefaced by “King”.

Answers to today’s groups, once uncovered, form these sets:

• BAD, SHAME, TSK, TUT TUT (reactions of reproach)
• BARREL, FLY, RACE, ZIP (to move swiftly)
• AKEEM, DOLITTLE, DONKEY, FOLEY (Eddie Murphy roles)
• CAKE, COBRA, KONG, TUT (complete “King ___“)

With these hints and solutions in hand, puzzle enthusiasts can sharpen their word-association skills without sacrificing the thrill of discovery-tomorrow brings a new Connections challenge.