Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

Today's Connections from The New York Times has some interesting categories and words. Find out April 22nd's answers and hints here!

The New York Times' Connections puzzle for April 22, 2025, challenges players to identify thematic links between seemingly disparate words. Hints are provided to guide players towards solutions, with categories ranging from art materials to sources of natural warmth.