The New York Times' popular word game 'Connections' continues to engage players with daily puzzles that challenge their ability to identify common threads among groups of words. The game features 16 words each day, divided into four categories, where players must correctly group them to progress. Recent editions include the September 17 and September 18, 2025 puzzles, with hints and solutions provided to assist players. For the September 17, 2025 puzzle, categories included 'They're blowin' in the wind,' 'Change one's tune,' 'Cram,' and 'Last words in long-running children's show titles.' The solutions were: FLAG, PINWHEEL, VANE, WIND CHIME; ABOUT-FACE, BACKPEDAL, FLIP-FLOP, RENEGE; JAM, SHOEHORN, STUFF, WEDGE; and KANGAROO, NEIGHBORHOOD, RAINBOW, STREET. The September 18, 2025 puzzle features categories such as 'They're blowin' in the wind,' 'Change one's tune,' 'Cram,' and 'Last words in long-running children's show titles,' with solutions including words like FLAG, PINWHEEL, VANE, WIND CHIME, and others. Additionally, there is a sports edition of the game, where categories include 'California soccer teams,' 'MLB stadium names,' 'Sports movies of 1994,' and 'LSU alumni.' The answers for the September 17 sports puzzle were ANGEL CITY, BAY FC, EARTHQUAKES, GALAXY; ANGEL, DODGER, GLOBE LIFE, ORACLE; ANGELS IN THE OUTFIELD, BLUE CHIPS, LITTLE BIG LEAGUE, LITTLE GIANTS; and BCHASE, NABERS, REESE, SKENES. The game resets daily at midnight, offering a fresh challenge, and players can use hints, rearrange the board, and share results on social media. The game has gained popularity on social platforms and is considered a highly engaging mental exercise. Players are encouraged to check back daily for new puzzles and solutions.