If you’re struggling to enjoy today’s Connections puzzle, a little motivation might be just what you need. We have gathered some helpful hints and strategies to get you back on track and solving the puzzle with enthusiasm. I found today’s puzzle to be a bit tricky as I faced some challenges but managed to figure things out fairly quickly. Here are some tips intended to make your experience smoother than mine.
If you’re looking for a similar word puzzle that involves connecting words by a common theme, check out the daily Strands game. While this is a word search, it also has a distinct theme tying all the words together. The “golden word” serves as a major clue to this theme. For example, one puzzle revolved around Edgar Allan Poe, with “Nevermore” as the golden word.
Hints for Today’s Connections Categories
NOVEMBER 23 #531
If you’re seeking valuable insights into the challenging aspects of this puzzle, understanding the categories is crucial. Your knowledge of these topics can greatly influence both the puzzle’s difficulty and your solving speed. Here are four helpful clues:
- One category focuses on memories or recollections.
- Another category is centered around items that originate from the same source.
- A third category includes four items that are similarly constructed.
- The final category features items that share a common visual style.
If you’re in need of further guidance to complete the puzzle, these category clues can be incredibly helpful. Should you still have any doubts, scroll to the bottom for complete solutions.
| TELLING OF EVENTS | |||
| DEPICTION | NARRATIVE | DESCRIPTION | TALE |
Green Answers: Dissected & Explained
| SECRETED BY TREES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| GUM | LATEX | RESIN | SAP |
I initially miscalculated on this category as well. I tried to connect it to a broader idea, but I thought it was more about products with the same components, which led me to guess “LICORICE.” Fortunately, I realized my mistake and corrected it just in time.
Blue Answers: Dissected & Explained
| THINGS ON STICKS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BALL-IN-CUP | CORN DOG | COTTON SWAB | LOLLIPOP |
This puzzle posed a challenge, as I initially included “LICORICE” once more. I cannot quite explain why I wanted to fit that word into every category, but thankfully, I caught myself before I made the same mistake again. Don’t get stuck on one word like I did; aim to make diversified guesses instead.
Purple Answers: Dissected & Explained
| BLACK OR RED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BALANCE SHEET | CHECKERS | LICORICE | ROULETTE |
At this point, I guessed that CHECKERS and ROULETTE were linked for various reasons. “BALANCE SHEET” and “LICORICE” were something different, especially the latter considering my previous errors. The category might not seem cohesive initially, which is what can make it tricky; if only two options seem to fit together, it can often indicate you’re exploring the wrong path.
Other Games Like Connections
If you’re keen on playing more puzzles, steer clear of Nerdle if you’re not fond of numbers or math, but I highly recommend Dordle since it provides a fun twist on the classic Wordle format.