The daily New York Times Connections puzzle continues to challenge word puzzle enthusiasts and today’s game, released on March 22, 2026 (#1015), offers a satisfying mix of categories. For those seeking a little nudge, or wanting to confirm their solutions, here’s a breakdown of the hints and answers for today’s puzzle. The game tasks players with grouping 16 words into four categories of four, based on shared themes.
The Times has increasingly invested in its games offerings, adding Connections to a roster that includes the popular Wordle, Spelling Bee, and the Mini Crossword. Players who are registered with The Times Games section can now track their progress, including win rates and perfect scores. For those who enjoy analyzing their performance, a Connections Bot, similar to Wordle’s, provides a numeric score and analysis after each game.
Ready to tackle today’s challenge? Here are some hints, progressing from the easier yellow category to the more difficult purple.
Connections Hints for March 22 (#1015)
Here are four hints for the groupings in today’s Connections puzzle, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.
- Yellow Group Hint: In charge.
- Green Group Hint: You might screenshot one.
- Blue Group Hint: How many reps can you do?
- Purple Group Hint: Hang ten!
Connections Answers for March 22 (#1015)
If the hints weren’t enough, here are the answers to today’s New York Times Connections puzzle. Be warned – spoilers ahead!
Yellow Group: Oversee
The words in this category all relate to being in a position of authority. The four answers are: chair, head, lead, and run.
Green Group: Picture Taken From a Film
This grouping focuses on elements of filmmaking. The four answers are: frame, image, shot, and still.
Blue Group: Components of a Weightlifting Setup
This category centers around the equipment used in weightlifting. The four answers are: bar, bench, rack, and weights.
Purple Group: ____ Surf
This proved to be the most challenging category, relating to different types of surfing. The four answers are: channel, couch, crowd, and kite.
Successfully completing the Connections puzzle is a rewarding way to exercise your brain. The game’s clever combinations and varying difficulty levels keep players coming back for more each day.
What did you think of today’s puzzle? Share your experience and strategies in the comments below!
