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NYT Connections #163 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Friday, October 2, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Friday, October 2, 2026Puzzle #163Updated Sep 12, 2026, 11:43 AM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
FINANCE
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
FINGERS
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
CUSTOMARY
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
PRIME ___
The 16 Connections Words
LITTLE
REAL ESTATE
COMMON
RING
INDEX
FUND
BANKROLL
RIB
STANDARD
MIDDLE
STOCK
SUPPORT
BACK
NUMBER
ROUTINE
TIME