NYT Connections Answers Today (April 11): Friday’s Word Game Gets Trickier With Sneaky Links & Stellar Clues

NYT Connections Answers: The Friday edition of the New York Times’ Connections puzzle (April 11, #669) is no walk in the park. With a fresh batch of 16 seemingly unrelated words, today’s game demands sharp eyes and a mind ready for misdirection. But worry not — we've decoded the puzzle while keeping your score safe from spoilers until you're ready.

The Challenge: Four Groups, One Goal

For the uninitiated, Connections is a popular daily brain teaser by the New York Times — the same minds behind Wordle. The objective? Take 16 words and organize them into four groups of four, with each group sharing a common thread. Sounds simple? Not quite.

What makes Connections devilishly fun is its reliance on red herrings — words that seem like they belong together but are merely distractions. The puzzle gets tougher as you progress, with each group color-coded by difficulty: Yellow (easiest), Green, Blue, and Purple (hardest). Get four guesses wrong and the puzzle ends automatically.

Wellness Wonders: The Yellow Group

The easiest group this Friday includes words that scream good health. “Citrus,” “Leafy Greens,” “Sunshine,” and “Supplements” all fall under the “Sources of Vitamins” umbrella. You might have guessed it if you thought like a nutritionist.

The Retail Reveal: Green Group Gets Commercial

This group might have thrown some off, but those familiar with mall lingo probably caught on. “City,” “Land,” “Town,” and “World” are often used as suffixes in retail brand names. Think Disneyland or Walmart Town Center. These aren’t just geographical terms — they’re commercial real estate catnip.

Starry Clues: Blue Group Twinkles Bright

“Galaxy,” “Red Carpet,” “American Flag,” and “Uber Rating” sound like a wild mix — until you remember the common symbol that unites them: stars. From Hollywood to national flags to ride-share reviews, these are all “Places To Find Stars.” Elegant, no?

Pedal to the Puzzle: Purple Group Is All About ‘Go’

This one was the trickiest of all. The connection? Each word comes after the phrase “Go.” So, “Go Kart,” “Go Steady,” “Go All Out,” and “Go Between” round out the final category. It's a clever play on idiomatic expressions — and the type of twist that keeps puzzle fans coming back.

That’s the word of caution from the puzzle’s creators. And rightly so — Friday’s Connections is packed with nuanced categories and tricky links. If you’re aiming to maintain a perfect streak, clues and hints can be your lifeline.

Want to test yourself before peeking at the answers? The game remains live on the NYT Games platform. But for those who’ve had enough of “faff,” the final answers await.

Ready for tomorrow’s challenge? Let the countdown begin.

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