‘Connections’ December 23: Hints and Answers for Game [Video]

Happy Monday, puzzle enthusiasts. We’re back with another set of hints for Monday’s New York Times Connections puzzle, brought to you by Newsweek.

In the wake of Wordle‘s phenomenal success—a game that captivated millions and was acquired by The New York Times in early 2022—the paper introduced Connections in 2023. This new puzzle game has rapidly garnered a dedicated global fan base, with players eagerly discussing strategies and sharing their daily results on social media.

Connections can be quite challenging, and a little nudge can sometimes make all the difference. If you’re here for a hint, we’ve got you covered. The answers for Monday’s puzzle are at the bottom of this article, so proceed with caution if you’d prefer to solve it on your own.

How to Play Connections

Every day, Connectionspresents players with a grid of 16 words. The objective is to organize these words into four groups of four, based on shared themes or …