Connections is a free daily puzzle that can be played on both desktop and mobile. The challenge requires players to sort 16 words into four themed groups, with only four mistakes allowed.

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Dec. 1, No. 638.

Now, let's delve into solving the Cactus limbs crossword clue, featured as 26 Down in the USA Today Crossword on November 30, 2025.