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NYT Connections #98 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Wednesday, July 29, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026Puzzle #98Updated Jul 29, 2026, 7:00 AM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
FASTENERS
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
NONDESCRIPT
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
UNITS OF WISDOM
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
___BOARDS IN A CLASSROOM
The 16 Connections Words
CORK
PEARL
BASIC
STAPLE
MID
WORD
CHALK
WHITE
BLACK
VANILLA
GEM
NAIL
RIVET
NUGGET
SCREW
PLAIN