Connections Puzzle #664 for April 5, 2025, is packed with clever wordplay and subtle associations that could trip up even seasoned players. If you’re struggling to spot the categories or getting stuck between Yellow and Green, this guide offers tailored hints—and if needed, the full answer grid.
How to Play NYT Connections
In case you’re new:
The goal is to group 16 words into 4 themed sets of 4.
Themes can be anything—synonyms, categories, or even clever puns.
Colors rank by difficulty: Yellow (Easiest), Green, Blue, Purple (Hardest).
You’re allowed 4 mistakes, so precision matters!
Let’s dive into today’s hints.
Hints for Today’s NYT Connections (#664)
Yellow Category Hint: Things that spin or rotate
Green Category Hint: Associated with card games
Blue Category Hint: Types of medical specialists
Purple Category Hint: Words that are also bird names
Today’s NYT Connections Answer Grid
If you’re still unsure, here are the full answers for April 5:
Things that spin:
Top, Fan, Wheel, Turntable
Card game terms:
Deal, Deck, Hand, Suit
Medical specialists:
Surgeon, Dentist, Psychiatrist, Pediatrician
Bird names (used as words):
Crane, Turkey, Jay, Finch
Strategies to Solve NYT Connections
Always start by identifying obvious groups (colors or categories).
Look for double-meaning words—NYT loves these for Purple.
Use process of elimination: isolate unlikely matches early.
Final Thoughts
Puzzle #664 offered a fun mix of logical and lateral thinking. The “Bird” category was especially tricky—a classic NYT Purple move! Whether you got it in four groups or burned through your mistakes, you’re one puzzle smarter.
Be sure to check back tomorrow for Puzzle #665!
