NYT Connections Hints for September 28, 2025 (#880)
Game
TRIDENT
BUFFALO
WORM
LIGHTNING BOLT
TROJAN HORSE
EXTRA
HORSESHOE
AEGIS
FLEUR-DE-LIS
BACKDOOR
SHIELD
ORBIT
GUARD
ICE BREAKERS
VIRUS
PROTECTION
Categories
Hints by Category
BACKING
Back to CategoriesSupport, Protection, or Defense
AEGIS
Protection, backing, or support, often used in the context of sponsorship or guardianship.
GUARD
To protect or defend against harm or danger.
PROTECTION
The act of keeping someone or something safe from harm, damage, or loss.
SHIELD
A person or thing that provides protection, like a shield used in defense.
MALICIOUS SOFTWARE
Back to CategoriesTypes of Harmful Computer Programs
BACKDOOR
A hidden method of bypassing security to gain unauthorized access to a computer system.
TROJAN HORSE
Malware that disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it.
VIRUS
A program that replicates itself and spreads to other computers, often causing damage.
WORM
A self-replicating malware that spreads across networks without user intervention.
GUM BRANDS
Back to CategoriesPopular Chewing Gum Brands
EXTRA
A brand of sugar-free chewing gum known for its long-lasting flavor.
ICE BREAKERS
A brand of mints and gum focused on breath freshening.
ORBIT
A popular sugar-free chewing gum brand.
TRIDENT
A well-known brand of sugar-free gum that promotes dental health.
N.F.L. TEAM LOGOS
Back to CategoriesSymbols Featured in NFL Team Logos
BUFFALO
Represents the Buffalo Bills, featuring a buffalo in their logo.
FLEUR-DE-LIS
Symbolizes the New Orleans Saints, featuring this stylized lily flower.
HORSESHOE
Represents the Indianapolis Colts, featuring a horseshoe in their logo.
LIGHTNING BOLT
Symbolizes the Los Angeles Chargers, featuring a lightning bolt in their logo.