Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

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If today’s New York Times Connections puzzle left you scratching your head, you’re not alone. Puzzle #695 for Wednesday, May 7, threw in more than a few curveballs — including a purple category that had even seasoned players doing a double-take.