NYT Connections — August 6, 2026

Today's board moves from old-fashioned toys you'd find in a nostalgic playroom, through everyday places built around a "lane," past legendary stops on a Roman sightseeing trip, and lands on venues where something is stretched taut to catch things.

Yellow (easiest): these are traditional playthings that don't need batteries — the kind passed down for generations, from stacking cubes to a wooden step-ladder toy.

Green: look for everyday spots defined by a long, narrow lane — whether you're rolling a ball, swimming a length, driving a highway, or wheeling a cart past checkout.

Blue: this set gathers famous stops in Rome you'd see on a tourist's must-visit list — an ancient amphitheater, a domed temple, a grand staircase, and a coin-tossing fountain.

Purple (hardest): every entry here is a place where a net plays a role — think of a basketball arena, a piece of fishing gear, a rink boundary, and a court divider.