Connections is a daily word puzzle game from the New York Times Games that pits you against sixteen words that need to be sorted into four mystery categories. While it might sound easy just reading about how to play Connections, actually solving some of these puzzles can be a lot of work. If you are looking for some general hints, category spoilers, or even the complete answer, check below. There are all sorts of kinds of help in this article that can get you through today's puzzle with a win.

Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #236 for February 2, 2024

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The Connections puzzle game for today contains the words: DRIFT, LEAVE, BUCKLE, BREAK, LOOP, HOLE, HOLIDAY, HOLI, STRAP, HOLY, SANDAL, HOLEY, HOLLY, WHOLLY, DOG, and RECESS.

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Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle #236 for February 2, 2024

If you are looking for some hints to help you win this browser-based puzzle game, check out the sections below. Each suggestion is covered up to make sure you don't spoil too much for yourself.

Some General Hints for the Whole Connections Puzzle 236

Yellow NYT Connections Category Hints

Yellow Connections Category Answer for February 2, 2024

Yellow Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for February 2, 2024

Green NYT Connections Category Hints

Green Connections Category Answer for February 2, 2024

Green Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for February 2, 2024

Blue NYT Connections Category Hints

Blue Connections Category Answer for February 2, 2024

Blue Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for February 2, 2024

Purple NYT Connections Category Hints

Purple Connections Category Answer for February 2, 2024

Purple Connections Category and All Four Words Answer for February 2, 2024

Answers for Today's NYT Connections #236

Still in need of something more than a little help today? Check below for the full spoiler for today's New York Times Games Connections puzzle.

Want to play? Check out the New York Times Games Connections website available on almost any device with a browser.

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Connections Tag Page Cover Art

Connections
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Released
June 12, 2023
ESRB
e
Developer(s)
The New York Times Company
Publisher(s)
The New York Times Company
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WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL
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Platform(s)
Web Browser, Mobile