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Today’s NYT Connections puzzle is a fun mix. The purple category really sang to my 1980s musical heart. Read on for clues and today’s Connections answers.
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Hints for today’s Connections groups
Here are four hints for the groupings in today’s Connections puzzle, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.
Yellow group hint: Under your feet.
Green group hint: Sand and sun.
Blue group hint: Roses and chocolates.
Purple group hint: Like someone in the E Street Band.
Answers for today’s Connections groups
Yellow group: Flooring options.
Green group: Beachy area.
Blue group: Romantic vibe.
Purple group: Member of a classic backing band.
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What are today’s Connections answers?
The completed NYT Connections puzzle for Sept. 15, 2025.
The yellow words in today’s Connections
The theme is flooring options. The four answers are carpet, laminate, tile and wood.
The green words in today’s Connections
The theme is beachy area. The four answers are bank, coast, shore and strand.
The blue words in today’s Connections
The theme is romantic vibe. The four answers are chemistry, connection, fireworks and spark.
The purple words in today’s Connections
The theme is member of a classic backing band. The four answers are Banshee, Heartbreaker, Pip and Wailer.
