Solutions and hints for New York Times Crossword puzzle on June 3, puzzle number 723

Time for a new round of NYT Connections! solve the daily word puzzle that challenges your brain every day at midnight, according to your time zone. If you're looking for the puzzle from yesterday, find it here.

Let's dive right into today's Connections puzzle. Need a helping hand? Keep reading to find the hints for this tricky word game. If you're searching for hints or answers for Strands, Quordle or Wordle, I've got you covered here too!

SPOILER WARNING: Information below pertains to today's NYT Connections, so skip ahead if you'd prefer not to know the answers.

Today's NYT Connections (game #723) - today's words

Today's NYT Connections words are...

SHOWOFF: An arrogant and flamboyant person.
TENNIS: A popular sport played between two players or teams on a rectangular court with a net.
ID: Short for identification or identity.
WITCHCRAFT: The alleged practice of spells, potions, and communication with demons.
FRIENDSHIP: A friendly relationship between people.
SELF-CARE: The practice of taking an active role in protecting one's well-being and happiness.
HUNKY-DORY: Everything is fine or going well.
POSTURE: The position in which someone holds their body, especially when standing or sitting.
OK: Short for okay or all right, denoting approval, agreement, or acceptance.
LAW: A set of rules created and enforced by a community or government.
FINE: In a satisfactory condition or free of fault; not severe or extreme.
CHARM: An attractive, endearing, or engaging quality or person.
GRANDSTAND: A large stand or set of seats for spectators, especially those at a sporting event.
SWELL: Grow larger in size or stature; expand or become bigger.
MEDICINE: The science devoted to the healing of diseases and the preservation of health.
SWAGGER: A word used to describe an exaggerated walk and an air of confidence, cockiness or arrogance.

Today's NYT Connections (game #723) - hint #1 - group hints

Here are some tips to help guide you through the groups in today's puzzle:

YELLOW: Go big!
GREEN: AHA!
BLUE: Accessory or status symbol?
PURPLE: Time to practice!

Need more clues?

We're now solidly in spoiler territory, but read on for the list of today's theme answers:

Today's NYT Connections (game #723) - hint #2 - group answers

YELLOW: STUNT: Boasting, showboating or laying it on thick.
GREEN: PERFECT: Pristine, ideal or flawless.
BLUE: SIGNET RINGS: Rings with unique lettering or family crests.
PURPLE: EXERCISES: Tasks for improving physical or mental abilities.

Caution: ANSWERS BELOW!

Proceed no further if you prefer not to see the answers.

Today's NYT Connections (game #723) - the answers

The answers to today's Connections, game #723, are...

YELLOW: GRANDSTAND, POSTURE, SHOWOFF, SWAGGER
GREEN: HUNKY-DORY, OK, SWELL
BLUE: CHARM, FRIENDSHIP, ID, TENNIS
PURPLE: MEDICINE, SWELL, SELF-CARE, WITCHCRAFT
My rating: Medium
My score: Perfect

I couldn't help but think of sports stars who like to put on a show while tackling the group relevant to the YELLOW hint. Some soccer players are masters of theatricality, captivating the crowd with their fancy moves, while others perform poorly when they overdo it.

Unlocking the harder PURPLE group was a significant victory for me, and I was thrilled to complete it before the end. However, I must admit that my SWAGGER took a slight hit when I failed to understand the theme at first. I initially thought they were all words related to health and fitness, but the actual link was more subtle.

How did you fare today? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Yesterday's NYT Connections answers (Monday, June 2, game #722)

YELLOW: VENTURE: Expedition, Journey, Quest, Voyage
GREEN: PRECIOUS: Esteem, Prize, Treasure, Value
BLUE: ONE-VOWEL WORDS: Myrrh, Nymph, Rhythm, Sphinx
PURPLE: ABBREVIATIONS: Frankincense, Jackpot, Markdown, Nickname

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