
NYT Connections Answers for Jan. 7, 2026
Key Points:
- The Connections forum offers daily puzzle and emotional support, with new puzzles released at midnight in each time zone.
- Two live Connections Companions are available daily, aligned with Eastern Standard Time, to assist solvers worldwide.
- Puzzle difficulty is rated by paid testers on a scale of 1 to 5; today's puzzle is rated 1.8, indicating relatively low difficulty.
- Hints are available by difficulty level, with yellow being the easiest and purple the hardest, allowing solvers to reveal clues selectively.
- Users are encouraged to share their solutions and feedback in the comments, adhering to community guidelines for civility and kindness.




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