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How to Master Color Groups in NYT Connections

Every morning, thousands of players open the New York Times Connections puzzle and face the same challenge: making sense of 16 seemingly unrelated words. What separates a quick solver from a frustrated guesser often comes down to one skill understanding the color-coded groups. These four color groups act as the heartbeat of the game, guiding the flow, difficulty, and structure of each puzzle. Yet for many players, the colors feel more confusing than helpful especially when categories overlap or words fit multiple meanings. This guide breaks down what the color groups mean, why they matter, and how you can use