Spoilers ahead! We’ve warned you. We mean it. Read no further until you really want some clues or you’ve completely given up and want the answers ASAP. Get ready for all of today’s NYT ‘Connections’ hints and answers for #812 on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
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If you’ve been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Sunday’s puzzle, you’re not alone and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I’ll reveal the answers further down.
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Hints About Today’s NYT Connections Categories on Sunday, August 31
1. Saying something negative about someone.
2. You need these if you’re having a night of fun with the family.
3. Words that have a twin.
4. ___ and stones may break your bones.
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Today’s Connections Game Answers for Sunday, August 31:
1. CRITICIZE HARSHLY: BASH, BLAST, FLAME, ROAST
2. COMMON COMPONENTS OF BOARD GAMES: BOARD, CARDS, DICE, PIECES
3. HETERONYMS: AXES, BASS, COORDINATE, DOES
4. ___ STICKS: CHOP, DRUM, FIDDLE, FISH
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