NYT Connections Hints and Answers — Monday, June 22, 2026 (Puzzle #1107)
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🧩 NYT Connections Answers Today — June 22, 2026 (Puzzle #1107)
Here are the complete answers for today's NYT Connections puzzle, Monday, June 22, 2026:
- 🟨 Yellow – DOMINANT: ALPHA, HEAD, LEAD, PRIMARY
- 🟩 Green – MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS: BY, TIMES, ●, X
- 🟦 Blue – PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS: SHORT, SILENT, SOFT, STRESSED
- 🟪 Purple – STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA: BANGKOK, BOOMER, POPSICLE, POWDER
Want to try solving it yourself first? Scroll down for progressive spoiler-free hints before seeing the full breakdown.
Welcome to today's NYT Connections hints and answers guide for Monday, June 22, 2026. If you're stuck on Puzzle #1107, you're in the right place. We'll start with spoiler-free progressive hints so you can try to figure it out on your own, then reveal the full Connections answers for today with a detailed explanation of each group.
📌 Key Takeaways — Puzzle #1107
- Date: Monday, June 22, 2026
- Puzzle Number: #1107
- Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐ (Medium)
- Trickiest Category: Purple — STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA
- Easiest Category: Yellow — DOMINANT
- Red Herring Warning: The symbol X can double as a variable, a signature cross, or a structural shape, which might distract you from its mathematical function next to ● and TIMES. Also, PRIMARY could look like a school level alongside words like HEAD or SHORT.
📖 In This Guide
- Tap-to-Reveal Word Hints (Interactive Grid)
- Spoiler-Free Category Hints
- Progressive Category Reveal
- Traps & Misdirects
- One-Word Hints for Each Group
- Two-Away Hints (Almost There)
- Full Answers & Solution Revealed
- Per-Word Explanations & Definitions
- Difficulty Analysis & Strategy Tips
- How to Play NYT Connections
- FAQ
🔮 Connections Hint for Each Word Today — June 22, 2026
Tap any word to see its Connections hint — what it means in today's puzzle, no spoilers. Uncover all 16 to fill the progress bar.
POWDER Connections Hint Today
POWDER belongs to the Purple group ("STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
Definition: POWDER is one of the four words in the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" category. While POWDER has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
BY Connections Hint Today
BY belongs to the Green group ("MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
Definition: BY is one of the four words in the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" category. While BY has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
BANGKOK Connections Hint Today
BANGKOK belongs to the Purple group ("STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
Definition: BANGKOK is one of the four words in the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" category. While BANGKOK has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
ALPHA Connections Hint Today
ALPHA belongs to the Yellow group ("DOMINANT"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "DOMINANT".
Definition: ALPHA is one of the four words in the "DOMINANT" category. While ALPHA has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "DOMINANT".
STRESSED Connections Hint Today
STRESSED belongs to the Blue group ("PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
Definition: STRESSED is one of the four words in the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" category. While STRESSED has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
SOFT Connections Hint Today
SOFT belongs to the Blue group ("PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
Definition: SOFT is one of the four words in the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" category. While SOFT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
● Connections Hint Today
● belongs to the Green group ("MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
Definition: ● is one of the four words in the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" category. While ● has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
SILENT Connections Hint Today
SILENT belongs to the Blue group ("PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
Definition: SILENT is one of the four words in the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" category. While SILENT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
HEAD Connections Hint Today
HEAD belongs to the Yellow group ("DOMINANT"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "DOMINANT".
Definition: HEAD is one of the four words in the "DOMINANT" category. While HEAD has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "DOMINANT".
PRIMARY Connections Hint Today
PRIMARY belongs to the Yellow group ("DOMINANT"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "DOMINANT".
Definition: PRIMARY is one of the four words in the "DOMINANT" category. While PRIMARY has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "DOMINANT".
SHORT Connections Hint Today
SHORT belongs to the Blue group ("PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
Definition: SHORT is one of the four words in the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" category. While SHORT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
X Connections Hint Today
X belongs to the Green group ("MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
Definition: X is one of the four words in the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" category. While X has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
LEAD Connections Hint Today
LEAD belongs to the Yellow group ("DOMINANT"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "DOMINANT".
Definition: LEAD is one of the four words in the "DOMINANT" category. While LEAD has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "DOMINANT".
BOOMER Connections Hint Today
BOOMER belongs to the Purple group ("STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
Definition: BOOMER is one of the four words in the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" category. While BOOMER has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
TIMES Connections Hint Today
TIMES belongs to the Green group ("MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
Definition: TIMES is one of the four words in the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" category. While TIMES has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
POPSICLE Connections Hint Today
POPSICLE belongs to the Purple group ("STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
Definition: POPSICLE is one of the four words in the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" category. While POPSICLE has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
POWDER belongs to the Purple group ("STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
⚠️ Red Herring Alert: The symbol X can double as a variable, a signature cross, or a structural shape, which might distract you from its mathematical function next to ● and TIMES. Also, PRIMARY could look like a school level alongside words like HEAD or SHORT.
💡 Spoiler-Free Hints — NYT Connections June 22, 2026
Not ready for the full answer? Try these progressive hints for today's Connections puzzle. We start vague and get more specific.
🟨 Yellow Group Hint
Theme Hint: Words used to describe something or someone that is first in rank, importance, or command.
🟩 Green Group Hint
Theme Hint: Terms, letters, or mathematical symbols used to denote the operation of scaling one number by another.
🟦 Blue Group Hint
Theme Hint: Adjectives used in linguistics and phonetics to describe how a letter or syllable sounds when spoken aloud.
🟪 Purple Group Hint
Theme Hint: Look closely at the first few letters of each word; they all kick off with a sudden, loud sound effect commonly found in comic books (e.g., Bang, Boom, Pop, Pow).
🔓 Reveal Answers Progressively
Reveal each group step-by-step. Click "See Hint", then "See Group Name", then individual words.
Yellow Connections Hint Today
Words used to describe something or someone that is first in rank, importance, or command.
Green Connections Hint Today
Terms, letters, or mathematical symbols used to denote the operation of scaling one number by another.
Blue Connections Hint Today
Adjectives used in linguistics and phonetics to describe how a letter or syllable sounds when spoken aloud.
Purple Connections Hint Today
Look closely at the first few letters of each word; they all kick off with a sudden, loud sound effect commonly found in comic books (e.g., Bang, Boom, Pop, Pow).
⚠️ Traps & Misdirects in Today's Connections
Today's puzzle includes words intentionally placed to misdirect you. These trap hints reveal which words are designed to mislead, so you don't burn your 4 allowed mistakes on deliberate decoys.
The symbol X can double as a variable, a signature cross, or a structural shape, which might distract you from its mathematical function next to ● and TIMES. Also, PRIMARY could look like a school level alongside words like HEAD or SHORT.
Words like ALPHA and BY might seem related at first glance, but they belong to completely different categories. ALPHA is part of "DOMINANT" while BY belongs to "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS". Don't group them together.
Words like ALPHA and SHORT might seem related at first glance, but they belong to completely different categories. ALPHA is part of "DOMINANT" while SHORT belongs to "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS". Don't group them together.
Words like ALPHA and BANGKOK might seem related at first glance, but they belong to completely different categories. ALPHA is part of "DOMINANT" while BANGKOK belongs to "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA". Don't group them together.
🔑 One-Word Hints for Each Group
Still need a nudge? Here's one word that describes each group's theme:
🟨 Yellow
DOMINANT
🟩 Green
MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS
🟦 Blue
PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS
🟪 Purple
STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA
🔥 Two-Away Hints — Almost the Full Answer
Last chance before the full reveal. Here are two members of each group:
| Group | Two Revealed Words | Can You Find the Other Two? |
|---|---|---|
| 🟨 Yellow | ALPHA, HEAD | What other words fit the "DOMINANT" theme? |
| 🟩 Green | BY, TIMES | What other words fit the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" theme? |
| 🟦 Blue | SHORT, SILENT | What other words fit the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" theme? |
| 🟪 Purple | BANGKOK, BOOMER | What other words fit the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" theme? |
✅ Full Answers — NYT Connections Today, June 22, 2026 (Puzzle #1107)
Here are the complete NYT Connections answers for today, Monday, June 22, 2026. Puzzle #1107 is fully solved below.
🟨 Yellow — DOMINANT
🟩 Green — MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS
🟦 Blue — PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS
🟪 Purple — STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA
🔍 Per-Word Explanations — Every Answer Defined
Let's dive deep into every word in today's Connections Puzzle #1107 — what each word means, why it belongs to its group, and how the puzzle uses it.
🟨 Yellow (Easiest) — DOMINANT
The easiest category is "DOMINANT". Here's what each word means and why it belongs:
ALPHA
ALPHA is one of the four words in the "DOMINANT" category. While ALPHA has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "DOMINANT".
HEAD
HEAD is one of the four words in the "DOMINANT" category. While HEAD has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "DOMINANT".
LEAD
LEAD is one of the four words in the "DOMINANT" category. While LEAD has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "DOMINANT".
PRIMARY
PRIMARY is one of the four words in the "DOMINANT" category. While PRIMARY has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "DOMINANT".
🟩 Green (Medium) — MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS
The medium category is "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS". Here's what each word means and why it belongs:
BY
BY is one of the four words in the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" category. While BY has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
TIMES
TIMES is one of the four words in the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" category. While TIMES has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
●
● is one of the four words in the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" category. While ● has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
X
X is one of the four words in the "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS" category. While X has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS".
🟦 Blue (Hard) — PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS
The hard category is "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS". Here's what each word means and why it belongs:
SHORT
SHORT is one of the four words in the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" category. While SHORT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
SILENT
SILENT is one of the four words in the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" category. While SILENT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
SOFT
SOFT is one of the four words in the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" category. While SOFT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
STRESSED
STRESSED is one of the four words in the "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS" category. While STRESSED has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS".
🟪 Purple (Hardest) — STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA
The hardest category is "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA". Here's what each word means and why it belongs:
BANGKOK
BANGKOK is one of the four words in the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" category. While BANGKOK has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
BOOMER
BOOMER is one of the four words in the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" category. While BOOMER has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
POPSICLE
POPSICLE is one of the four words in the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" category. While POPSICLE has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
POWDER
POWDER is one of the four words in the "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" category. While POWDER has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA".
📊 Difficulty Analysis & Strategy Tips
| Group | Difficulty | Solve Order |
|---|---|---|
| 🟨 Yellow — DOMINANT | ⭐ Easy | Solve FIRST — the easiest category |
| 🟩 Green — MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS | ⭐⭐ Medium | Solve SECOND |
| 🟦 Blue — PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS | ⭐⭐⭐ Hard | Solve THIRD |
| 🟪 Purple — STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Hard | Solve LAST or by elimination |
🎯 Pro Strategy for Puzzle #1107
Separate the linguistic pronunciation terms first to quickly tidy up the board. Recognizing the mathematical operations early will save you from getting confused by the symbolic entries before tackling the clever wordplay hidden in the Purple
🎮 How to Play NYT Connections
New to the game? Here's a quick guide:
1️⃣
Study the 16 Words
Find four groups of four related words in the 4×4 grid.
2️⃣
Select & Submit
Tap four words you think belong together and hit "Submit."
3️⃣
4 Mistakes Max
Wrong guesses cost a life. After 4 mistakes, the game ends.
4️⃣
Solve All Four
Yellow = easiest, Purple = hardest. Solve all four to win!
🗞️ What Is NYT Connections?
NYT Connections is a daily word puzzle game created by Wyna Liu and published by The New York Times. Launched in mid-2023, it has become one of the most popular word games online alongside Wordle. Each puzzle presents 16 words that must be organized into four groups of four sharing a common theme.
- 🟨 Yellow — Easiest (straightforward connections)
- 🟩 Green — Medium difficulty
- 🟦 Blue — Hard (tricky connections or wordplay)
- 🟪 Purple — Hardest (often abstract, suffix/prefix patterns, or obscure links)
📅 Yesterday's Answers — Puzzle #1144
- 🟨 FASTENERS: NAIL, RIVET, SCREW, STAPLE
- 🟩 NONDESCRIPT: BASIC, MID, PLAIN, VANILLA
- 🟦 UNITS OF WISDOM: GEM, NUGGET, PEARL, WORD
- 🟪 ____BOARDS IN A CLASSROOM: BLACK, CHALK, CORK, WHITE
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Connections June 22, 2026
The answers for NYT Connections Puzzle #1107 (June 22, 2026) are: 🟨 Yellow (DOMINANT): ALPHA, HEAD, LEAD, PRIMARY | 🟩 Green (MULTIPLICATION INDICATORS): BY, TIMES, ●, X | 🟦 Blue (PRONUNCIATION DESCRIPTORS): SHORT, SILENT, SOFT, STRESSED | 🟪 Purple (STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA): BANGKOK, BOOMER, POPSICLE, POWDER.
The yellow category in today's Connections (June 22, 2026) is "DOMINANT" and the four answers are ALPHA, HEAD, LEAD, PRIMARY.
The purple category in today's Connections (June 22, 2026) is "STARTING WITH EXPLOSIVE ONOMATOPOEIA" and the answers are BANGKOK, BOOMER, POPSICLE, POWDER.
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You are allowed up to 4 mistakes. After 4 incorrect guesses, the game ends and all remaining answers are revealed. Start with Yellow (easiest) to minimize errors.
The colors indicate difficulty: 🟨 Yellow is the easiest, 🟩 Green is moderate, 🟦 Blue is tricky, and 🟪 Purple is the hardest (often involving wordplay or abstract connections).
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As of June 22, 2026, there have been 1,107 NYT Connections puzzles since the game launched on June 12, 2023.
🏆 That's Today's NYT Connections Solved — Puzzle #1107
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