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Spoiler warning: The full solution to the Tuesday, November 4, 2025, New York Times Connections puzzle (#877) appears below. The four groups are STEER, THIN LAYER, FILE EXTENSIONS, and ___ GUITAR.
Connections #877 answer key
| Category | Words |
|---|---|
| STEER | DIRECT, DRIVE, GUIDE, PILOT |
| THIN LAYER | COAT, FILM, LEAF, SHEET |
| FILE EXTENSIONS | DOC, MID, TIFF, ZIP |
| ___ GUITAR | AIR, ELECTRIC, RHYTHM, SLIDE |
Forbes and Yahoo Tech independently reported these categories and word sets. Forbes’ answer guide and Yahoo Tech’s guide both identify the puzzle as #877.
Why the words fit
STEER
DIRECT, DRIVE, GUIDE, and PILOT can each mean to direct or guide.
THIN LAYER
COAT, FILM, LEAF, and SHEET can each describe a thin layer or covering.
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FILE EXTENSIONS
DOC, MID, TIFF, and ZIP are file extensions.
___ GUITAR
Place GUITAR after AIR, ELECTRIC, RHYTHM, or SLIDE to make a familiar term or phrase.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Solving context
Connections asks players to sort 16 words into four groups of four. The Forbes guide notes that red herrings can make groups appear to overlap and that players may make three incorrect guesses; a fourth wrong guess ends the game. A useful check before submitting is whether all four words follow one tight rule, rather than merely sharing a possible association. The guide describes the puzzle as a New York Times daily word game and says its archive is available to readers with an All Access or Games subscription; current access terms may vary. The answer above is corroborated by two secondary guides, not an official NYT answer key.
Quick Recap
Rank #2
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