Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for October 17's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for

Connections has become such a popular game that its owner, The New York Times, has opened up new ways to enjoy the daily word puzzle. First launching in June 2023, Connections was an instant hit and is the second-most played game on the NYT app and website following,