The New York Times’s Connections puzzle is back for another day of brain-teasing fun. Today’s edition (Thursday, May 30th, 2024) promises a fresh challenge with 16 words waiting to be grouped into four categories based on a hidden connection.
To help you crack the code and steer you in the right direction, here’s a breakdown of the hints for the May 30th puzzle.
Also read: How to play NYT Connections? Tips and Tricks
Today’s words
For those new to the game, Connections presents you with 16 seemingly unrelated words. The challenge lies in figuring out how these words can be grouped into four categories of four words each. Each group shares a specific connection, and the difficulty increases as you move from yellow (easiest) to purple (hardest). Here are today’s words:
- SAFETY
- SWAY
- SACK
- BOB
- PUSH
- PULL
- WEIGHT
- ROB
- CROP
- LOOT
- FADE
- BOBBY
- CLOUT
- SHAG
- RAID
- HAIR
Also read: NYT Connections Hint: May 29
Connections hint for today (May 30th, 2024)
Feeling stuck? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Here are some hints to steer you in the right direction for today’s puzzle:
- Yellow group: Think about what Vikings were known for. This category is all about taking things by force.
- Green group: This category is connected to the ability to sway others or get things done.
- Blue group: Think about different styles you can achieve with your hair, not just length.
- Purple group: Imagine a small, sharp object used for fastening or securing something. Now, think about how this object relates to the words listed.
SPOILER ALERT!
Connections categories for today (May 30th, 2024)
Each group has a hidden theme that connects all four words within it, called categories and the NYT hides it till you complete the puzzle. But worry not, we will reveal those categories for those who are unable to crack the puzzle. Here are the categories:
- Yellow category: PLUNDER
- Green category: INFLUENCE
- Blue category: HAIRSTYLES
- Purple category: ____ PIN
SPOILER ALERT!
NYT Connections answers for May 30
If you’re stuck and want to know the solutions, proceed cautiously. Here are today’s NYT Connections answers:
- Yellow group: LOOT, RAID, ROB, SACK
- Green group: CLOUT, PULL, SWAY, WEIGHT
- Blue group: BOB, CROP, FADE, SHAG
- Purple group: BOBBY, HAIR, PUSH, SAFETY
With these hints and answers at your disposal, you’re well-equipped to tackle today’s NYT Connections puzzle. Remember, strategic thinking and a dash of creativity are key to unlocking the hidden connections.
Also read: NYT Connections Hint: May 28
