NYT Crossword: solutions for Monday, May 5

      The New York Times offers a variety of word games today — with options like Wordle, Connections, Strands, and the Mini Crossword, there’s something suitable for everyone — but the traditional crossword puzzle remains the standout favorite. The daily crossword is packed with fascinating trivia, enhances mental agility, and, of course, provides a sense of pride if you successfully complete it each day.

      Although the NYT puzzle may sometimes seem daunting, solving a crossword is a developed skill that requires practice — don’t get discouraged if you can’t fill in every word.

      If you’re struggling to finish today’s NYT Crossword, we're here to assist. Below you will find all the answers to today’s clues.

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      Best games like Connections

      The recent surge in popularity for word-based puzzle games and brain teasers began with Wordle. While we all remain captivated by that game, The New York Times recognized the opportunity to provide additional ways to challenge our minds with games like Connections. The premise is straightforward, but the puzzles themselves are quite tricky. Nevertheless, there’s something truly addictive about decoding these logic puzzles (even if you require a bit of assistance). If you excel at them and want more ways to enhance your cognitive skills, there are many alternatives available beyond what the NYT site offers. Here are some fantastic games similar to Connections for you to try.

      Best games like Connections

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      NYT Connections tips: how to win Connections every day

      Wordle was the game that truly surged in popularity and was a natural acquisition for the New York Times, but they didn’t stop there. They have created an entire section dedicated to brain-teasing puzzles for people to enjoy daily, including the notoriously challenging Connections. Almost everyone who has attempted it has become addicted, and for good reason. The concept is straightforward, yet solving these puzzles is quite challenging. If you haven't tried Connections or were discouraged by it initially, check out our expert tips and tricks to help you better understand how to tackle each puzzle. Once you do, you’ll find yourself playing every day without fail.

      Connections tips and tricks

      The rules for Connections are simple: you have a grid of 16 words that you need to categorize into four groups based on a common link. For example, four of the 16 words might all represent fruits, making them a logical grouping. However, Connections is significantly more complex, so don’t expect the solutions to be immediately apparent. The different groups are also color-coded according to their difficulty, with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple, which is the hardest.

      NYT Spelling Bee: answers for Friday, May 10

      Are you addicted to the New York Times' games? So are we, and Spelling Bee is among our favorites. However, similar to any other NYT game — such as Wordle, Connections, Strands, and The Mini — we sometimes struggle to complete it.

      If you’re having difficulty with today's Spelling Bee, we're here to help. Take a look at the article below for a refresher on how to play the game and a comprehensive list of all the possible words you could form today.

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