NYT Connections Hints and Answers for June 27, 2026 Puzzle #1112
A fresh set of puzzles is now live in New York Times Connections, with a new “puzzle wall” ready for players who want to keep their streak going. If you’re down to your last stubborn category, here are today’s hints and the full set of answers.
Category Hints (Easiest to Hardest)
The game’s own difficulty order is used here: Yellow, Green, Blue, then Purple.
Yellow category: Think of a board game tied to capitalism—just make sure you’re using the American version.
Green category: This one is about showing off clothes, shoes, and similar items.
Blue category: Items connected by a shared design style or aesthetic.
Purple category: Words that conceal how a specific animal walks or runs.
Herring Watch: The walks are all separate!
If you’re the type who enjoys creative, original puzzle-solving titles beyond word games, there are plenty of indie options worth checking out.
Today’s Answers
Here’s the full breakdown, category by category:
Yellow Category: Monopoly Squares
Boardwalk, Income Tax, Short Line, Water Works
Green Category: Components Of A Fashion Show
Catwalk, Collection, Designer, Model
Blue Category: Commonly Striped Things
Barber Pole, Billiard Ball, Credit Card, Crosswalk
Purple Category: Ending In Horse Gaits
Decanter, Envelope, Firewalk, Foxtrot
If you’re looking to keep learning while you play, mobile word games are a solid way to pick up new vocabulary and expand what you know.
