NYT Connections Hints and Answers — Thursday, April 23, 2026 (Puzzle #1047)
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🧩 NYT Connections Answers Today — April 23, 2026 (Puzzle #1047)
Here are the complete answers for today's NYT Connections puzzle, Thursday, April 23, 2026:
- 🟨 Yellow – FISH: Bass, Flounder, Salmon, Trout
- 🟩 Green – WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”: Eats, Sate, Seat, Teas
- 🟦 Blue – THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”: Code, Egg, Joke, Whip
- 🟪 Purple – ENDING WITH SILENT “B”: Bomb, Climb, Lamb, Thumb
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 Thursday, April 23, 2026. If you're stuck on Puzzle #1047, 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 #1047
- Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
- Puzzle Number: #1047
- Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐ (Medium)
- Trickiest Category: Purple — ENDING WITH SILENT “B”
- Easiest Category: Yellow — FISH
📖 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 — April 23, 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.
EATS Connections Hint Today
EATS belongs to the Green group ("WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
Definition: EATS is one of the four words in the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" category. While EATS has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
LAMB Connections Hint Today
LAMB belongs to the Purple group ("ENDING WITH SILENT “B”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
Definition: LAMB is one of the four words in the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" category. While LAMB has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
TEAS Connections Hint Today
TEAS belongs to the Green group ("WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
Definition: TEAS is one of the four words in the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" category. While TEAS has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
BASS Connections Hint Today
BASS belongs to the Yellow group ("FISH"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "FISH".
Definition: BASS is one of the four words in the "FISH" category. While BASS has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "FISH".
BOMB Connections Hint Today
BOMB belongs to the Purple group ("ENDING WITH SILENT “B”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
Definition: BOMB is one of the four words in the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" category. While BOMB has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
TROUT Connections Hint Today
TROUT belongs to the Yellow group ("FISH"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "FISH".
Definition: TROUT is one of the four words in the "FISH" category. While TROUT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "FISH".
FLOUNDER Connections Hint Today
FLOUNDER belongs to the Yellow group ("FISH"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "FISH".
Definition: FLOUNDER is one of the four words in the "FISH" category. While FLOUNDER has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "FISH".
SALMON Connections Hint Today
SALMON belongs to the Yellow group ("FISH"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "FISH".
Definition: SALMON is one of the four words in the "FISH" category. While SALMON has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "FISH".
EGG Connections Hint Today
EGG belongs to the Blue group ("THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
Definition: EGG is one of the four words in the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" category. While EGG has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
SEAT Connections Hint Today
SEAT belongs to the Green group ("WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
Definition: SEAT is one of the four words in the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" category. While SEAT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
WHIP Connections Hint Today
WHIP belongs to the Blue group ("THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
Definition: WHIP is one of the four words in the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" category. While WHIP has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
CLIMB Connections Hint Today
CLIMB belongs to the Purple group ("ENDING WITH SILENT “B”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
Definition: CLIMB is one of the four words in the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" category. While CLIMB has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
JOKE Connections Hint Today
JOKE belongs to the Blue group ("THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
Definition: JOKE is one of the four words in the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" category. While JOKE has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
SATE Connections Hint Today
SATE belongs to the Green group ("WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
Definition: SATE is one of the four words in the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" category. While SATE has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
THUMB Connections Hint Today
THUMB belongs to the Purple group ("ENDING WITH SILENT “B”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
Definition: THUMB is one of the four words in the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" category. While THUMB has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
CODE Connections Hint Today
CODE belongs to the Blue group ("THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
Definition: CODE is one of the four words in the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" category. While CODE has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
EATS belongs to the Green group ("WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”"). Don't let its everyday meaning mislead you — in today's puzzle, think about how it connects to the theme of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
💡 Spoiler-Free Hints — NYT Connections April 23, 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: This is the easiest category. Think about what connects the concept of "FISH" — the answer involves words that all relate to this theme.
🟩 Green Group Hint
Theme Hint: This is a medium-difficulty category. Think about what connects the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" — the answer involves words that all relate to this theme.
🟦 Blue Group Hint
Theme Hint: This is a tricky category. Think about what connects the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" — the answer involves words that all relate to this theme.
🟪 Purple Group Hint
Theme Hint: This is the hardest category. Think about what connects the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" — the answer involves words that all relate to this theme.
🔓 Reveal Answers Progressively
Reveal each group step-by-step. Click "See Hint", then "See Group Name", then individual words.
Yellow Connections Hint Today
This is the easiest category. Think about what connects the concept of "FISH" — the answer involves words that all relate to this theme.
Green Connections Hint Today
This is a medium-difficulty category. Think about what connects the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" — the answer involves words that all relate to this theme.
Blue Connections Hint Today
This is a tricky category. Think about what connects the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" — the answer involves words that all relate to this theme.
Purple Connections Hint Today
This is the hardest category. Think about what connects the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" — the answer involves words that all relate to this theme.
⚠️ 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.
Words like BASS and EATS might seem related at first glance, but they belong to completely different categories. BASS is part of "FISH" while EATS belongs to "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”". Don't group them together.
Words like BASS and CODE might seem related at first glance, but they belong to completely different categories. BASS is part of "FISH" while CODE belongs to "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”". Don't group them together.
Words like BASS and BOMB might seem related at first glance, but they belong to completely different categories. BASS is part of "FISH" while BOMB belongs to "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”". 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
FISH
🟩 Green
WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”
🟦 Blue
THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”
🟪 Purple
ENDING WITH SILENT “B”
🔥 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 | Bass, Flounder | What other words fit the "FISH" theme? |
| 🟩 Green | Eats, Sate | What other words fit the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" theme? |
| 🟦 Blue | Code, Egg | What other words fit the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" theme? |
| 🟪 Purple | Bomb, Climb | What other words fit the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" theme? |
✅ Full Answers — NYT Connections Today, April 23, 2026 (Puzzle #1047)
Here are the complete NYT Connections answers for today, Thursday, April 23, 2026. Puzzle #1047 is fully solved below.
🟨 Yellow — FISH
🟩 Green — WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”
🟦 Blue — THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”
🟪 Purple — ENDING WITH SILENT “B”
🔍 Per-Word Explanations — Every Answer Defined
Let's dive deep into every word in today's Connections Puzzle #1047 — what each word means, why it belongs to its group, and how the puzzle uses it.
🟨 Yellow (Easiest) — FISH
The easiest category is "FISH". Here's what each word means and why it belongs:
BASS
BASS is one of the four words in the "FISH" category. While BASS has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "FISH".
FLOUNDER
FLOUNDER is one of the four words in the "FISH" category. While FLOUNDER has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "FISH".
SALMON
SALMON is one of the four words in the "FISH" category. While SALMON has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "FISH".
TROUT
TROUT is one of the four words in the "FISH" category. While TROUT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "FISH".
🟩 Green (Medium) — WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”
The medium category is "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”". Here's what each word means and why it belongs:
EATS
EATS is one of the four words in the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" category. While EATS has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
SATE
SATE is one of the four words in the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" category. While SATE has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
SEAT
SEAT is one of the four words in the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" category. While SEAT has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
TEAS
TEAS is one of the four words in the "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”" category. While TEAS has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”".
🟦 Blue (Hard) — THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”
The hard category is "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”". Here's what each word means and why it belongs:
CODE
CODE is one of the four words in the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" category. While CODE has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
EGG
EGG is one of the four words in the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" category. While EGG has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
JOKE
JOKE is one of the four words in the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" category. While JOKE has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
WHIP
WHIP is one of the four words in the "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”" category. While WHIP has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”".
🟪 Purple (Hardest) — ENDING WITH SILENT “B”
The hardest category is "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”". Here's what each word means and why it belongs:
BOMB
BOMB is one of the four words in the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" category. While BOMB has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
CLIMB
CLIMB is one of the four words in the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" category. While CLIMB has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
LAMB
LAMB is one of the four words in the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" category. While LAMB has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
THUMB
THUMB is one of the four words in the "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" category. While THUMB has many common meanings, in this Connections puzzle it specifically relates to the concept of "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”".
📊 Difficulty Analysis & Strategy Tips
| Group | Difficulty | Solve Order |
|---|---|---|
| 🟨 Yellow — FISH | ⭐ Easy | Solve FIRST — the easiest category |
| 🟩 Green — WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST” | ⭐⭐ Medium | Solve SECOND |
| 🟦 Blue — THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED” | ⭐⭐⭐ Hard | Solve THIRD |
| 🟪 Purple — ENDING WITH SILENT “B” | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Hard | Solve LAST or by elimination |
🎮 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 #1145
- 🟨 Virtuous: FAIR, GOOD, JUST, RIGHT
- 🟩 Activities With Multiple Balls: BEER PONG, BINGO, JUGGLING, POOL
- 🟦 Cruise Lines: CARNIVAL, CELEBRITY, PRINCESS, VIKING
- 🟪 On the ___, To Mean "Precise": DOT, MARK, MONEY, NOSE
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Connections April 23, 2026
The answers for NYT Connections Puzzle #1047 (April 23, 2026) are: 🟨 Yellow (FISH): Bass, Flounder, Salmon, Trout | 🟩 Green (WORDS THAT ARE ANAGRAMS OF “EAST”): Eats, Sate, Seat, Teas | 🟦 Blue (THINGS THAT CAN BE “CRACKED”): Code, Egg, Joke, Whip | 🟪 Purple (ENDING WITH SILENT “B”): Bomb, Climb, Lamb, Thumb.
The yellow category in today's Connections (April 23, 2026) is "FISH" and the four answers are Bass, Flounder, Salmon, Trout.
The purple category in today's Connections (April 23, 2026) is "ENDING WITH SILENT “B”" and the answers are Bomb, Climb, Lamb, Thumb.
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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 April 23, 2026, there have been 1,047 NYT Connections puzzles since the game launched on June 12, 2023.
🏆 That's Today's NYT Connections Solved — Puzzle #1047
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