As July nears its end, here’s the solution for the Connections puzzle dated July 28th.
For newcomers, the game tasks players with categorizing 16 terms into four distinct groups based on hidden links. These associations might involve shared themes, geographic references, common objects, or other creative connections.
Though seemingly straightforward, the challenge varies across categories, ranging from easier yellow groups to tougher purple ones. Some categories might be instantly recognizable, while others could be perplexing. Our assistance aims to bridge that gap.
First conceived during an internal game development event at The New York Times, a trial version of Connections launched in June 2023. It quickly rose in popularity among the publication’s offerings, second only to Wordle, though similarities with the BBC’s Only Connect have been observed.
Clues for today’s puzzle
Before revealing solutions, consider these category clues for today’s challenge:
- Foundational – Relating to origins or starting points
- Directional indicators – Elements that signal or suggest
- Collectible objects – Items commonly accumulated
- Media modifiers – Terms that precede specific entertainment formats
- Today’s media type involves visual storytelling
Current puzzle vocabulary
| First | Comic | Cult | Hint |
| Record | Evidence | Primary | Coin |
| Stamp | Buddy | Silent | Date |
| Trace | Initial | Sign | Original |
Categorized solutions revealed
Here’s the categorized solution for today’s puzzle:
- Primary Terms – First, Initial, Original, Primary
- Signifiers – Evidence, Hint, Sign, Trace
- Collectibles – Coin, Comic, Record, Stamp
- Film Genre Prefixes – Buddy, Cult, Date, Silent
While initial categories proved manageable, the final group required elimination tactics to solve successfully.
