Hints and Answers for Puzzle #742
News Terms Group
This group includes words used in broadcasting or public communication. These words are commonly linked to media reports and alerts.Bulletin
Flash
Report
Wire
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Words from Declaration of Independence
This group contains terms found in a well-known line of the American Declaration of Independence. These are often used in the context of rights and ideals.Happiness
Liberty
Life
Pursuit
HBO Television Shows
This group features titles of popular series aired on the HBO network. These shows are known for strong audience engagement and high ratings.
Entourage
Euphoria
Insecure
Succession
Different Senses of the Word “Left”
These words carry meanings that relate to “left,” whether in direction, departure, or remaining presence.
Departed
Port
Progressive
Remaining
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Understanding NYT Connections Gameplay
The puzzle presents a 4×4 grid of words. Players must select four words that form a group based on a shared link. They repeat the process until all four groups are found.
Color codes help define difficulty:
Yellow: Simple or direct group
Green: Slightly harder
Blue: Even more complex
Purple: Most abstract or subtle group
Solving Tips
Begin with the clearest connections.
Use the shuffle tool to see new word patterns.
Be cautious of similar meanings that fit more than one group.
Try thinking in categories like media, emotions, or directions.
FAQs
What makes NYT Connections Puzzle #742 hard to solve?
The use of abstract categories like “left” and TV show titles can confuse players and cause overlap in guesses.
Can I use hints while solving NYT Connections puzzles?
No direct hints are available in-game, but players often rely on shuffle, word elimination, or thematic thinking to solve.