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.

Looking for a hint for today's NYT Connections? Read on for hints and the answer to today's Connections game on Monday, 12th May 2025.

As the NYT Connections series enters the 700s, its mix of cultural relevance, wordplay, and gradual difficulty variations continues to captivate a growing audience. The game remains available to play online through The New York Times platform.