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NYT Connections Hints and Answers for July 20, 2026 (Game #494)
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Category: ANNOUNCE (Unknown)
Words:
BLARE, HERALD, SOUND, TRUMPET
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Category: THINGS TO CLICK (Unknown)
Words:
BUTTON, ICON, LINK, MENU
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Category: ASSOCIATED WITH PEARLS (Unknown)
Words:
BUBBLE TEA, OYSTER, SWINE, WISDOM
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Category: STARTING WITH ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES (Unknown)
Words:
ALEXA, MEADOW, PORTOBELLO, SAKES
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📊 Best Wordle Starting Words (US Win-Rate Analysis)
| Starting Word | US Win Rate | Vowels Included | Strategy Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIO | 97.4% | 4 (A, U, I, O) | God Tier |
| RAISE | 96.8% | 3 (A, I, E) | S Tier |
| ADIEU | 95.2% | 4 (A, I, E, U) | S Tier |
🧠Step-by-Step Tactical Rules
- How to play Connections: Your goal is to group 4 words that share a common thread. Check the live Connections hints and analyze the complete Connections categories list.
- Strands Rules: Drag or click letters to find theme words. The letter grid contains a Strands spangram today that touches two opposite sides. Master the daily NYT Strands theme to beat the game easily.