As the weekend draws near, we’re sharing solutions for the August 14th puzzle. This brainteaser requires categorizing 16 terms into four logical groups based on hidden relationships.
Groups vary in difficulty from Yellow (simplest) to Purple (most challenging). While initial patterns might seem clear, some connections demand deeper analysis. This popular word game originated from experimental development at The New York Times and has evolved into a daily challenge for many.
Clues for today’s categories
- Yellow – Anatomical reference to the lower back region
- Green – Sports equipment for ball games
- Blue – Traditional wedding attire elements
- Purple – Dual-syllable terms with phonetic harmony
Today’s puzzle terms
| Mallet | Veil | Nitwit | Backside |
| Bouquet | Bat | Tail | Cookbook |
| Hubbub | Seat | Bustle | Stick |
| Train | Backpack | Racket | Caboose |
August 14th solutions revealed
- Rear anatomy – Backside, Caboose, Seat, Tail
- Sports implements – Bat, Mallet, Racket, Stick
- Wedding components – Bouquet, Bustle, Train, Veil
- Echoic phrases – Backpack, Cookbook, Hubbub, Nitwit
