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NYT Connections #65 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Friday, June 26, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Friday, June 26, 2026Puzzle #65Updated Jun 26, 2026, 7:30 AM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
CRUNCHY SNACK ITEM
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
VARIOUS AMOUNTS OF WOOD
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
AREAS OF LOW GROUND
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
COLORS PLUS A LETTER
The 16 Connections Words
TANG
CHIP
BOARD
PINKY
DALE
REDO
SPLINTER
NUT
HOLLOW
TREE
GORGE
BRONZER
CRACKER
DELL
LOG
PRETZEL