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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 #872 on Thursday, October 30, 2025. If you’ve been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Thursday’s puzzle, you’re not alone, and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I’ll reveal the answers further down. Related: The 26 Funniest NYT Connections Game Memes You’ll Appreciate if You Do This Daily Word Puzzle Hints About Today’s NYT Connections Categories on Thursday, October 30 Sweetheart and honey are two more of these. You might see these signs in a bookstore. Groups of our flappy friends. City names can also be first names. Related: 300 Trivia Questions and Answers to Jumpstart Your Fun Game Night Ready for the answers? Scroll below this image (the image that represents your very appreciated patience!). Today’s Connections Game Answers for Thursday, October 30: 1. FICTION GENRES: FANTASY, HORROR, MYSTERY, ROMANCE 2. TERMS OF ENDEARMENT: ANGEL, LOVE, PUMPKIN, SUGAR 3. COLLECTIVE NOUNS FOR BIRDS: CHARM, GAGGLE, MURDER, PARLIAMENT 4. PEOPLE WHOSE FIRST NAMES ARE U.S. CITIES: BLOOM, BUTLER, GUTHRIE, LEVY How’d you do? Up Next: – 15 Fun Games Like Connections to Play Every Day – Hints, Clues and Answers to the NYT’s ‘Mini Crossword’ Puzzle Did You Miss a Few Days? Let’s Catch You Up With Recent Connections Answer Food & Drink Aldi’s New Must-Have Holiday Essential Is a Tour of Decadent Winter Flavors Move fast—this festive favorite won’t stay in stock for long. Nathan Hutsenpiller About the author Nathan Hutsenpiller Food Writer, Parade Nathan Hutsenpiller is a seasoned NYC-based food and beverage writer and photographer with a passion for discovery and storytelling. Drawing from a background in skateboarding and photo production, he brings a dynamic, visual approach to covering food, hospitality, home, travel, culture and more.
