NYT ‘Connections’ Hints and Answers Today, Sunday, January 19

Larry Slawson

19 January 2025 at 12:25 am·1-min read

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 #588 on Sunday, January 19, 2025.

<em>Today's NYT Connections puzzle for Sunday, January 19, 2025</em>The New York Times — *Today's NYT Connections puzzle for Sunday, January 19, 2025*The New York Times

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.

Hints About Today's NYT Connections Categories on Sunday, January 19

1. A stash of money/resources for collective use.
2. This category deals with legal proceedings/documents.
3. Natural features of the Earth's surface.
4. All of these words are associated with a noun that has different meanings (hint: one definition of the noun refers to a flat-bodied fish with a long, whip-like tail).

Ready for the answers? Scroll below this image (the image that represents your very appreciated patience!).

Today's Connections Game Answers for Sunday, January 19, 2025:

1. FUND: KITTY, POOL, POT, PURSE
2. COURT FILING: ACTION, CASE, CLAIM, SUIT
3. LANDFORMS: BASIN, BLUFF, CAPE, PLAIN
4. THEY HAVE RAYS: AQUARIUM, GEOMETRY, SUN, TAMPA BAY

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