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Be careful to double-check your colleagues' work — large swaths of the U.S. workforce admits to using AI to get their job done.

A new Gallup poll found 40 percent of U.S. employees said they used artificial intelligence in their role "a few times a year or more." Eight percent used it daily, while 19 percent said they used a few times per week or more.

With all the hype around AI lately, 40 percent almost feels low. But it represents a nearly 100 percent increase from just two years ago. The poll found, perhaps predictably, that white collar workers were far more likely to use AI in their job when compared with blue collar works — 27 percent to 9 percent. The survey also noted that the folks highest-up in a given organization were more likely to utilize AI to do their job. Thirty-three percent of what Gallup called "leaders" — managers who manage managers — used AI a few times per week or more.

SEE ALSO: Google AI Overviews still struggles to answer basic questions and count

AI companies have placed a focus on work-centric products and have shown some promise in being able to help workers. It has become commonplace for workplaces to integrate AI into their everyday tasks.

However, using AI in your work can also prove to be a dangerous proposition. As we've covered at Mashable, while AI is interesting, it still struggles with basic accuracy. Google's AI, for instance, can't reliably tell you the year or date, let alone perform a complicated task.

New research from Apple found that AI can perform well at some straightforward tasks like coding and math but really struggles with complex problems. The researchers called AI's output in these cases "the illusion of thinking."

So if you are using AI in your job, just make sure to double-check the work.

SAVE $44.85: Prime members new to Audible can score their first three months for free when they sign up for Audible Premium Plus through July 31. Usually $14.95 per month, that saves you $44.85 in total.

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It's officially the best time of year to be a Prime member. Yes, I'm talking about Prime Day, the official shopping holiday of the summer. This year, it's four days long and runs from July 8 through 11. But in true Amazon fashion, deals are already popping up weeks in advance. That includes one of our favorite annual deals: free Audible Premium Plus.

Through July 31, Prime members that are new to Audible can get their first three months of Audible Premium Plus for free. Typically $14.95 per month, that's a total savings of $44.85.

SEE ALSO: Amazon announces Prime Day 2025 dates, and the 4-day rumors are true

A Premium Plus membership unlocks access to hundreds of Audible Original audiobooks, exclusive access to members-only sales, and a credit you can use each month to purchase premium titles (regardless of the price). At the very least, you'll be able to enjoy three premium titles (including new releases and bestsellers), plus an abundance of included titles and Audible Originals, without spending a cent. And that's a big deal, as books are not cheap. Once the three-month promotional period runs out, you'll automatically be charged the full price of $14.95 per month unless you cancel.

If you've ever been the slightest bit curious about whether audiobooks are for you, this deal is a great opportunity to test the waters. I actually fell down the rabbit hole myself thanks to a similar three-month deal last year, and I've never looked back. I've read two dozen books so far this year, and I owe a great deal of that to Audible's Premium Plus membership. And truly, what do you have to lose? It's free (as long as you're a Prime member).

Not yet a Prime member? You can sign up for a free 30-day trial and take advantage of this three-month Audible Premium Plus deal, as well as all the Prime Day perks.

Best tech deals

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $79.99 (List Price $99.99)

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

SAVE $10: As of June 17, Amazon Prime members can save $10 on Grubhub+ deliveries over $20 with promo code PRIME10.

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The dog days of summer are here. Who wants to make dinner and heat up the kitchen? It's too hot to move off of the couch, so why not order takeout tonight? Chinese food sounds delicious. Or maybe a nice, cheesy pizza. Whatever you decide to munch on, do it with Grubhub and this particularly appetizing early Prime Day deal.

As of June 17, Amazon Prime members can save $10 on Grubhub+ deliveries over $20 with promo code PRIME10. All you need to do to claim your discount is head to Grubhub via your connected Grubhub+ and Amazon Prime account and add the code in upon checkout Your discount will automatically be applied. This offer is only available through July 7.

There's no restrictions on which restaurant you can buy from or what type of food is eligible. Go wild, but make sure the total items in your cart add up to $20 before taxes and delivery fees to qualify. You'll also only be able to use this, again, if you're an Amazon Prime member. If not, you can sign up for a free trial or as a new member and still remain eligible for this discount.

Why dirty some dishes when you can have dinner brought to your door? No matter how you slice it, $10 off your base price for dinner through Grubhub is a good deal.

The trailer for the highly-anticipated 2025 reboot of The Naked Gun starring Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson just dropped, and it made me giddy. I’m a huge fan of the original Police Squad TV series and iconic movies starring the legendary Leslie Nielsen, so to tide me over until the reboot lands in theaters, it's a great time to stream the original trilogy.

SAVE $800: As of June 17, the 42-inch LG C4 OLED TV is on sale for $699.99 at Amazon — a record low price. The listing says that's only a 19% discount, but compared to the TV's original MSRP of of $1,499.99, that's more than 50% off.

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There are living room people and there are bedroom people. If you're a bedroom person, much of your TV watching or gaming is probably done in there — which is reason enough to not settle for a cheap, dull TV, even if it needs to be small. The 42-inch version of LG's beloved C4 OLED TV would be an awesome bedroom TV, and it's on sale for a record-low price of $699.99 at Amazon. This is a Prime Day-level price point, despite the iconic summer event still being three weeks away.

But there's one huge piece of this deal that Amazon's not telling you: The 42-inch C4 originally debuted at $1,499.99 when it came out in March 2024, not the $866.99 MSRP that Amazon's listing. LG's own website still has it priced at $1,499.99 with no discount. Deflated sticker prices that make deals look worse than they actually are is typically a Walmart thing, but OK.

SEE ALSO: What's new to streaming this week? (June 13, 2025)

Even though it's technically not LG's newest flagship OLED anymore, the C4 is still one of the best OLED TVs you can get. Its self-lit pixels simultaneously achieve vivid 100% color volume and deep, pure blacks, achieving excellent contrast that holds up even in bright rooms. (And typically, bright rooms are the one area where QLEDs beat OLEDs.) Gamers who are choosing between the C3 and C4 should definitely take this opportunity to opt for the C4. It bumps the refresh rate up to 144Hz compared to the C3's 120. If you have your hands on a Switch 2 (or plan to eventually), a high-end gaming TV like the C4 will be necessary to do it justice.

SAVE $301: The 55-inch Hisense Class U6 QLED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $498.99, down from the usual price of $799.99. That's a 38% discount and the lowest price we've ever seen.

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We now know that Amazon is treating us the biggest Prime Day ever this year, spanning an entire four days. That means we'll have plenty of time to shop the best deals between July 8 and 11. But if you're in the mood for a great deal right now, and you happen to need a new TV, Amazon already has you covered.

As of June 17, the 55-inch Hisense Class U6 QLED 4K TV is on sale for just $498.99 at Amazon, marked down from the normal price of $799.99. That's a 38% discount that takes $301 off the typical price. It's also the lowest price we've ever seen.

Buying a new TV is no easy feat thanks to unlimited jargon the market has forced upon us. But rest assured that Hisense is one of our favorite TV brands, making some of the best budget-friendly TVs on the market. They lean on the more affordable side without skimping on display quality. The Hisense Class U6 QLED comes with some noteworthy features that make it a great option, especially if you're looking for an affordable, gaming-ready TV.

For starters, the 55-inch size makes it perfect for a bedroom, small living room, or the garage. It's also great if you'll be watching daytime TV in bright rooms. The QLED screen can reach up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness while focusing on bright colors.

The native refresh rate of 144Hz means this is also a great option if you'll be using it for gaming. If you were lucky enough to snag the new Nintendo Switch 2, your summer could be sorted with the console and a fresh TV.

SEE ALSO: Review: 'Mario Kart World' is chaotic, hilarious fun

The Hisense Class U6 QLED also comes with Fire TV, which means you won't need an external streaming stick. Instead, the boot-up screen will whisk you to the Fire TV page where all your favorite streaming platforms will be ready for use.

Upgrade to the 55-inch Hisense Class U6 QLED 4K TV, on sale for its lowest price ever of just $498.99 at Amazon. Instead of waiting for the chaos of Prime Day, you'll be in good hands with one of the best budget-friendly TV brands.

The best TV deals to shop this week

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $79.99 (List Price $99.99)

• Amazon Fire TV 4-Series (43 inches, 2024) — $269.99 (List Price $329.99)

• 55-inch Sony Bravia 3 4K LED Smart Google TV (2024 Model) — $798.42

• LG 65-inch Class UR9000 Series 4K Smart TV — $496.99 (List Price $629.99)

• Hisense 85-Inch Class U8 Series Mini-LED ULED 4K UHD Google Smart TV — $1,499.99

I'm a parent, and Panic's Playdate strikes me not just as a fun nostalgic game console for me, but something for the kids as well. Unfortunately, that latter bit isn't quite true. I've been warned, and now so have you.

It's official. Amazon Prime Day is set to return next month and deliver all sorts of deals and discounts that are perfect for summer. As expected, Prime Day is returning on July 8th, only this time around they should probably just call it Prime Week. That's because Amazon is doing things a bit differently this year.

SAVE $100: As of June 17, the Craftsman 262-Piece Mechanic Tool Set with 3-Drawer Versastack Tool Box is on sale for $149.00, down from its regular price of $249.00. That's a savings of $100, or 40% off.

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A good socket wrench set is crucial for working on bikes, motorcycles, cars, and much more. The Craftsman brand is known for quality tools at value prices, and there's a set that comes with everything you need on sale now at Amazon ahead of Prime Day.

As of June 17, the Craftsman 262-Piece Mechanic Tool Set is on sale at Amazon for $149, down from $249. Get it now and save $100, or 40%.

SEE ALSO: Amazon announces Prime Day 2025 dates, and the 4-day rumors are true

This wrench set has plenty of options for your work, with ratchet wrenches, open wrenches, drivers, hex keys, and more. It's compatible with both metric and SAE, so you'll be able to use it with modern bike gear as well as legacy appliances and American car parts.

The ratchets come in three sizes: 1/4 inch, 3/8 inch, and 1/2 inch. They are 72 tooth ratchets with a 5-degree arc swing. With a huge array of sockets, extenders, and bits, the set is highly adaptive.

With a Versastack case (aka a flexible storage system) included in the set, organization comes naturally. With so much included in one case, this set covers the fundamentals that a new mechanic needs.

The best home and kitchen deals

• Skylight Frame 10-inch Digital Picture Frame — $139.99 (List Price $159.00)

• Ninja Crispi Air Fryer — $159.95 (List Price $179.99)

• Birdfy AI Smart Solar Powered Bird Feeder with Camera — $159.99 (List Price $249.99)

• KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer — $449.95

• Eufy Omni C20 Robot Vacuum and Mop With Self-Emptying Base — $459.99 (List Price $699.99)

As a relatively meek dude with special interests, I'm aware of how I can be. What I'm saying is, perhaps it best not to engage me in conversations about cooking, America's greatest bar band, or, yes, the Roman Empire. I will talk too much.

But my wife — bless her heart — has listened intently so often to fun facts about The Hold Steady. Because when you love someone, you find their quirks and interests, well, interesting. TikTok's latest trend involves strong women protecting the pure, soft-spoken men in their lives as they show off their interests. In general, the women participating in this trend dole out faux-menacing threats before the man shows off their thing, urging the viewers to be nice.

As best I can tell, the trend began with @yearningyardies on TikTok. A woman tells the viewers they better tell her boyfriend his plants are cool. Then the boyfriend comes and gently shows off his plants.

That TikTok seems to have inspired other couples to show off everything from a painted turtle, to golf clubs, to even more plants. Oftentimes the women in the background mime that they're watching you or indicate you better be excited. The comments often feign fear at the woman's threats while also admiring the work of the meek guy. It's good, sweet fun.

These posts are sort of a nicer version of the years-old trend where (typically) women would post TikToks showing how they know their partners wouldn't cheat. Oftentimes, these TikToks would feature men doing stereotypically nerdy or uncool hobbies. The implication being, this guy is too nerdy (or, in the less-common, meaner versions of the trend, too much of a loser) to cheat.

Instead of poking fun at these hobbies, the new trend celebrates and protects these guys' right to a fun little interest. It also reverses society's expected gender roles — the man as the protector — in a lighthearted way.

So if you're a dude like me with some uncool interests, now might just be the time to share them — so long as you've got a tough woman to back you up.

SAVE $12: As of June 17, get the Renpho Smart Scale for $22.99, down from its usual price of $34.99, at Amazon with the on-page coupon. That's a discount of 26%.

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If you're thinking about setting off on a fitness journey or you're already on one and need a little help keeping track of your goals, a smart scale is a good investment. While you might usually need several tools to visualize progress or body measurements, a smart scale can do it all for you as soon as you step on it. If you want to give one a try, now's the perfect time, especially with this pre-Prime Day deal at Amazon that you can snag.

As of June 17, get the Renpho Smart Scale for $22.99, down from its usual price of $34.99, at Amazon with the on-page coupon. That's $12 off and a discount of 26%.

This scale can track 13 different body composition metrics: weight, BMI, body fat, protein, subcutaneous fat, visceral fat, body water, skeletal muscle, muscle mass, bone mass, fat-free mass, BMR, and metabolic age. All you have to do is step on the scale and connect it to your favorite health-tracking app.

You can create multiple profiles to track different measurements across different members of your household, and the scale supports up to 400 lbs' capacity. It's also small and compact, so it'll fit in your bathroom or wherever you choose to put it without impeding your daily routines.

If it's time to keep a closer eye on your bodily metrics or you're just curious about them in general, this is a great price for a piece of tech that can do it all, especially ahead of Prime Day proper.

SAVE $20.03: As of June 17, the Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds are on sale for only $19.97 at Amazon. That's 50% off their list price of $39.99 and their lowest price on record.

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Need to replace your lost or broken earbuds, but don't want to drain your bank account? Our favorite budget earbuds are getting the deal treatment ahead of Prime Day, which is officially a four-day affair running from July 8-11. No need to wait until the big day(s).

As of June 17, the Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds are on sale for only $19.97 at Amazon. That's half off their usual cost of $39.99 and a new record-low price by a few cents (seriously, every cent counts).

SEE ALSO: The 9 best earbuds to buy in 2025, selected by Mashable experts

We tested out the Soundcore P20is and were shocked at how well they performed — especially for the price. Thanks to equalizer presets on the companion app, the P20is are able to produce the kind of well-rounded sound you'd expect from earbuds three times the price. They offer a battery life of about 10 hours of playback per charge, which outshines the AirPods. Plus, the case holds an extra 30 hours for extended listening.

The downside of these buds is that they don't offer noise cancellation or multipoint pairing, but that's to be expected at this price point. They more than make up for it, though, with extra perks like a "find device" feature and the ability to set up to three personalized touch controls on each earbud.

As our reviewer put it, "If you don't want to be too precious about your earbuds (there's nothing wrong with being accident-prone) the Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds will be the kindest to your wallet, while still delivering an all-around decent listening experience." No need to wait until Prime Day — they're already chilling at their lowest price to date.

Best audio deals

• Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds — $24.99 (List Price $39.99)

• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones — $59.99

• JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker — $99.95 (List Price $129.95)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker — $133.20 (List Price $149.00)

• Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $228.00 (List Price $348.00)

• JBL Bar 300 5.0ch Compact Soundbar — $249.95 (List Price $399.95)

The latest Mac computers with Apple Silicon chips are fantastic computers, but they fall behind their Intel-powered predecessors in one way: Windows software compatibility. If you occasionally need a Windows application, or want to play more than the handful of PC games available natively for Mac, you’re going to run into trouble.

One thing I love about this digital streaming age and its numerous platforms is the plethora of original content they bring with them. Peacock has come a long way since they first appeared, and ever since seeing a certain one of their originals listed below, I’ve paid a lot more attention to their content.

TL;DR: Live stream Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup for free on DAZN. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2025 Club World Cup is capturing the attention of football fans all around the world, and we think it's because we're getting to see games like Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund. It's rare to see teams from opposite sides of the planet come together to battle it out, and we're loving it.

If you want to watch Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund?

Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup kicks off at 12 p.m. ET on June 17. This fixture takes place at the MetLife Stadium.

How to watch Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund for free

Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup is available to live stream for free on DAZN.

These free live streams are available all around the world, but if you're having problems accessing this popular streaming platform on your network, you can consider using a VPN. These tools can hide your digital location and connect you to a secure server in another location. This simple process bypasses geo-restrictions so that you can secure access to free live streams from anywhere in the world.

Unblock free live streams of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location with access to DAZN

4. Visit DAZN

5. Stream the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream the Club World Cup before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for DAZN?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for streaming live sport on DAZN, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

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• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.95 (including money-back guarantee).

Live stream Fluminense vs. Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 Club World Cup for free with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Young people can sign up for Prime for Young Adults at no cost for six months — just in time for Prime Day.

Starting Tuesday, June 17, Amazon is relaunching its Prime for Young Adults program, and effective immediately, young people ages 18-24 can sign up for a six-month Prime trial for free. After the trial is complete, young folks can access all the perks of Prime membership for 50% off the usual cost.

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After six months, Prime for Young Adults will cost $7.49/month or $69/year.

The program is essentially a rebrand of Prime Student, timed carefully to drive new memberships ahead of Prime Day, which takes place in mid-July. This isn't the first time we've heard of Prime for Young Adults, either. On November 25, 2024, an Amazon blog post announced the launch of Prime for Young Adults, with the same six-month trial offer and 50% price discount. Coincidentally, that November announcement came just four days before the start of Black Friday.

Amazon Prime is the shopping behemoth's hugely successful membership program, and it comes with perks such as free delivery and returns and access to Prime Video. Prime for Young Adults is slightly more inclusive than Prime Student, as not all young people will go to college or other educational programs after they turn 18.

Both Prime Student and Prime for Young Adults provide a number of perks for young people:

• A six-month trial for $0

• All the benefits of Prime membership for 50% off (after trial period ends)

• Access to reduced pricing of $7.49/month or $69/year

• Free Grubhub+ and $0 delivery fees

• 5% cash back on beauty, apparel, electronics, and personal care products

• During Prime Day, earn 10% cash back on select beauty, apparel, electronics, and personal care products

• Special deals throughout the year, double or triple cash back boosters on popular brands, and "exclusive surprise and delight experiences," per Amazon

• Free Amazon Photos cloud storage

You can sign up for Prime for Young Adults now — if you're young enough.

The best tech deals right now, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts Products available for purchase through affiliate links. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission.

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $79.99 (List Price $99.99)

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

Comedians interviewing other comedians is always an entertaining genre, and Jon Stewart's Daily Show interview with John Mulaney is no exception.

In the clip above the two of them spend a long time discussing Mulaney's recent fight with three 14-year-old boys on Netflix's Everybody's Live, before moving on to a silly game in which Stewart asks Mulaney random questions that he's asked previous guests.

We could watch these two talk nonsense all day.

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable

By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.

If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferrined pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 17 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 17 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Make it work

The words are solution-related.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are ways to work something out.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Figure Out

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for June 17

• Finagle

• Contrive

• Finesse

• Figure Out

• Negotiate

• Engineer

Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!

Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Strands.

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for June 17 Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 17, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A practical joke.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter P.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

PRANK.

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 17

Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

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The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

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Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Needed for a trip

• Green: Determination

• Blue: Internet errors

• Purple: Found in kids' movies

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Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Things to book for a vacation

• Green: Mettle

• Blue: Bad things for a website to do

• Purple: Figures in classic Disney animated films

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Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections #737 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Things to book for a vacation: CAR, FLIGHT, HOTEL, TOUR

• Mettle: FIGHT, GRIT, RESOLVE, SPIRIT

• Bad things for a website to do: FREEZE, GLITCH, QUIT, TIMEOUT

• Figures in classic Disney animated films: ELEPANT, FAWN, MARIONETTE, MOUSE

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.