Connections is a daily word-sorting puzzle game with a twist; you don't get to see the categories, and they are complete mysteries. This means that this game can be quite challenging, especially if you aren't familiar with some of the words or some of the categories.

In order to win this game, you'll need to know the rules of how to play Connections, have pretty broad knowledge about a lot of subjects, and you will probably need a little luck putting the words all together. If you are in need of some help, you can find all the hints you need in the article below.

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Words in the NYT Connections Puzzle #336 for May 12, 2024

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The Connections puzzle for today contains the words: Mama, Mia, Omg, Kid, Mule, Pin, Round, Sling, Needle, Chuck, Ram, Rib, Flank, Tease, Libre, and Loin.

What is the Definition of Mia?

Mia isn't just a woman's name and the stage name of rapper Mathangi "Maya" Arulpragasam; it is also an acronym that stands for a whole bunch of different things. This includes:

  • Missing in Action
  • The Minneapolis Institute of Art
  • Miami International Airport

What is the Definition of Omg?

OMG is an acronym that stands for "Oh My God." It was also the title of a 2012 film, several songs, pizza chains, and other stores.

What is the Definition of Libre?

Libre is one of those weird words that has a lot of meaning, but not alone. Libre can reference the movie Nacho Libre, the cocktail Cuba Libre, etc. There are few things called Libre, like a software company, the names of several albums, and similar.

Hints for the NYT Connections Puzzle #336 for May 12, 2024

This innovative puzzle game might be challenging, but you can get some hints to help you get through it. In each section below, you can find all sorts of hints hidden behind expandable cover ups.

Some General Hints for the Whole Connections Puzzle 336

Yellow NYT Connections Category Hints

Yellow Connections Category Answer

Yellow Connections Category Answer and All Four Words

Green NYT Connections Category Hints

Green Connections Category Answer

Green Connections Category Answer and All Four Words

Blue NYT Connections Category Hints

Blue Connections Category Answer

Blue Connections Category Answer and All Four Words

Purple NYT Connections Category Hints

Purple Connections Category Answer

Purple Connections Category Answer and All Four Words

Answers for Today's NYT Connections #336 for May 12, 2024

If you want to see the full answer to today's New York Times Games Connections, the expandable section below has it. In there, you can find all four categories and the words that go in each.

Want to play? Check out the New York Times Games Connections website available on almost any device with a browser.

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Released
June 12, 2023
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WHERE TO PLAY

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Developer(s)
The New York Times Company
Publisher(s)
The New York Times Company
Platform(s)
Web Browser, Mobile