NYT Drops Connections Hints for September 11 Puzzle

Lead: Yesterday, the New York Times released fresh hints for its daily Connections word game, guiding online players through four thematic groups in the September 11 challenge. Nut Graf: Connections-an increasingly popular free NYT word game-asks participants to sort 16 words into four linked sets. The Times’ hints for Thursday’s puzzle aimed to help solvers maintain their streaks by revealing each group’s unifying concept without spoiling all the answers.

Puzzle Categories Unveiled

  • Like a scar
  • Really big
  • That’s not polite
  • Take me out to the ball game

Group Details and Solutions

  • Blemish (Like a scar)
    • Dent
    • Ding
    • Mar
    • Scratch
  • Behemoth (Really big)
    • Colossus
    • Mammoth
    • Whale
    • Whopper
  • Rude Things to Do (That’s not polite)
    • Point
    • Snicker
    • Stare
    • Whisper
  • On a Baseball Field (Take me out to the ball game)
    • Base
    • Box
    • Mound
    • Plate

Why It Matters

These hints serve two key purposes: they keep veteran solvers engaged by reducing frustration on tougher puzzles and invite newcomers to join the Connections community. As a daily ritual for many word-game enthusiasts, NYT’s guidance ensures the challenge remains fair-and fun-every morning.