The answers and clues for today's New York Times Connections puzzle on December 24th (#562)

Connections is a New York Times game that challenges you to find the connection between words. It may seem easy, but it isn't - the categories of Connections can be almost anything and are generally quite specific. If you need help getting the answers, we're here to assist you.

What are Connections?

Connections is a New York Times game. The objective is simple: sort 16 words into groups of 4. Each group of words will be linked by an idea or common theme. This common element can be anything. We've seen it all, from games that depend on the number of letters in the words to categories that require you to notice an extra letter at the end of a word. Sometimes they refer to economics, other times they refer to fairy tales. We never know what types of associations will exist between the words.

Once you're sure you understand the connection, select 4 words, then press "Submit". You have four total attempts, so don't hesitate to guess.

Hints for Today's Connection Groups

Here are some hints for Connections game #562 to help you get started:

• Yellow: Think of the Wizard of Oz.
• Green: When you're best friends.
• Blue: They seem more than that.
• Violet: Parts of famous musical works.

If you still need help, the real group names are:

• Yellow: Wolves and Tigers and Bears, oh my!
• Green: Dear friend, like a friend
• Violet: Words That Sound Like Plural Letters
• Violet: When it's tripled, popular song titles

New York Times Connections Today Answers

Lions and Tigers and Bears, oh my! (Yellow):

Bears, Lions, oh my, Tigers

Dear friend, as a Green Friend:

Closing, Dear, Intimate, Close

Words That Sound Like Plural Letters (Blue):

Bees, Ease, Faster, Clipper, Rhythm, Speed, Move, Commute, Hurry

Violet: When it's tripled, popular song titles❌ Remove Ads

If you haven't solved this problem, don't feel too bad — there will always be tomorrow! And these words can correspond to a subject that interests you, giving you an advantage over the competition.