NYT Connections hints and answers for April 22, 2025: Puzzle #681 with clues!

The New York Times’ Connections puzzle for April 22, 2025, is here, challenging players with a 4x4 grid of 16 words. From slippery items to creative tools, the puzzle features an interesting mix. Don't worry, we’ve got some helpful hints and the full answers to get you through this tricky puzzle!

What is NYT 'Connections' and How Do You Play It?

Connections, introduced by The New York Times in 2023, is a daily word game where players are given a 4x4 grid with 16 words. Your goal is to group these words into four categories based on shared themes or associations. For example, if you spot names like Messi, Ronaldo, Maradona, and Pele, you'd group them as famous footballers.

To play, simply select four words you think are connected, hit ‘submit,’ and if they’re correct, the words will disappear. Repeat the process for the remaining words until all groups are revealed.

Hints for Today’s NYT Connections Puzzle

If you're stuck, here are some hints to guide you through today’s puzzle:

Yellow: To cut short

Green: Artistic supplies

Blue: Slick and slimy

Purple: Natural warmth

Connection Categories for April 22, 2025

Here’s how today’s words can be grouped:

Yellow: Cancel, as a project

Green: Seen in a pottery studio

Blue: Things that are slippery

Purple: Natural producers of heat

Answers for April 22, 2025 – NYT Connections Puzzle

Ready to see how the words group together? Here are today’s answers:

Cancel, as a project: AXE, CUT, DROP, SCRAP

Seen in a pottery studio: CLAY, GLAZE, KILN, WHEEL

Things that are slippery: BANANA PEEL, EEL, GREASE, ICE

Natural producers of heat: FIRE, LIGHTNING, SUN, VOLCANO

If today’s puzzle had you stumped, don't worry! A new challenge awaits tomorrow, and we’ll be back with more hints and answers to help you out.

How to Play NYT Connections

If you’re new to the game, here are a few strategies to improve your gameplay:

Keep it simple: The game favors straightforward connections. Don’t overcomplicate it—obvious associations are often the key.

Watch your guesses: You only get four chances, so be strategic with your selections.

Shuffle the words: Use the Shuffle feature to rearrange the grid and see if new connections emerge.

Keep playing and challenging yourself, and stay tuned for more hints in future puzzles!