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NYT Connections #117 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Monday, August 17, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Monday, August 17, 2026Puzzle #117Updated Aug 17, 2026, 7:57 AM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
VIDEO CALL PLATFORMS
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
SPREADSHEET FEATURES
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
FIRST NAMES OF COUNTRY MUSIC LEGENDS
Purple Group (Hardest)
Try adding, placing, or pairing the same short word with each answer instead of reading the words alone.
STARTING WITH PETS
The 16 Connections Words
MACRO
MEET
DOLLY
DOGIE
ZOOM
CATTLE
FISHEYE
SCRIPT
WILLIE
BIRDIE
PATSY
FUNCTION
HUDDLE
FORMULA
JOHNNY
TEAMS