Connections Unlimited, crafted by puzzle editor Wyna Liu, is a daily word game that launched in beta in June 2023 and quickly became a sensation, ranking as the second-most-played NYT game after Wordle. The objective? Group 16 words in a 4x4 grid into four sets of four, each sharing a unique theme. With only four mistakes allowed, the game tests your pattern recognition and vocabulary.
The groups are color-coded by difficulty:
Yellow: Easiest
Green: Fairly easy
Blue: Moderately tricky
Purple: Most challenging
Here are the full solutions for Connections #700, played on Sunday, May 11, 2025. If you prefer to solve it yourself, pause here and use the hints above. Otherwise, let’s break down the categories and words, as shared in posts on X and web sources.
Words: DRESS, SKIRT, SUIT, TUX
Theme: These are formal or semi-formal clothing items, often worn for special occasions or professional settings.
Words: DODGE, DUCK, SIDESTEP, WEAVE
Theme: Each word describes a way to physically or figuratively avoid something, like dodging a ball or sidestepping a question.
Words: LEVEL, PLAYER, QUEST, SCORE
Theme: These words are common in board games, video games, or other gaming contexts, relating to progression or competition.
Words: BLISS, CHEER, GLEE, JOY
Theme: Each word means happiness or delight, often used in phrases like “bliss out” or “spread cheer.”
Note: The purple group often involves wordplay or specific phrases, so if you struggled, you’re not alone! The “happiness” theme might feel abstract until you spot the synonyms.
Connections Unlimited for May 11, 2025, is a fitting milestone with its blend of straightforward (attire) and sneaky (happiness synonyms) themes. Whether you aced it or needed a nudge, you’re part of a growing community of connectors who love this brain-teasing game. Share your solve grid in the NYT Connections forum or drop a comment below to join the conversation.