Kick off the latter half of your weekend by uncovering July 20th’s Connections challenge solutions.
Players must categorize sixteen terms into four thematic groups based on hidden relationships. While connections might involve shared characteristics, spatial relationships, or functional similarities, difficulty levels progress from yellow (simplest) to purple (most complex). Even if one category seems obvious, others may prove unexpectedly puzzling. Assistance is available if needed!
This brain-teaser debuted during The New York Times’ creative gaming event in mid-2023, quickly rising to become their second most popular puzzle after Wordle. Some similarities to the BBC’s Only Connect have been noted by observant players.
Clues for current Connections puzzle
Before revealing solutions, consider these categorical hints:
- Yellow – Physical responses to catchy rhythms
- Green – Respiratory actions
- Blue – Cocktail preparation terms
- Purple – Completion of preceding four words in this instruction
- Purple’s unique combination contains three four-letter words and one five-letter term
July 20th puzzle terms
Review these vocabulary items before checking solutions:
| Pass | Groove | Gin | Puff |
| Bounce | Twist | Drag | Shaken |
| Dry | Loan | Pull | Sway |
| Bop | Draw | Cross | Buzz |
July 20th Connections solutions
Today’s categorical groupings revealed:
- Rhythmic Movements – Groove, Sway, Bounce, Bop
- Breathing Actions – Drag, Pull, Puff, Draw
- Cocktail Terms – Gin, Dry, Shaken, Twist
- Phrase Completion – Buzz, Pass, Cross, Loan
Many solvers find yellow and green categories manageable, while blue and purple groupings often require multiple attempts. Despite initial struggles with the latter categories, gradual improvement in puzzle-solving strategies is commonly reported.
