Common Three

Common Three is a free daily word-grouping puzzle: place 7 words into a 3-circle Venn diagram by theme. Some words fit one category, some fit where categories overlap. New puzzle every day at midnight Pacific Time.

Play today's Common Three

How to play

• Read the three category themes on the circles.
• Drag each of the 7 words into the right region — overlaps count when a word fits more than one theme.
• You have 5 mistakes to spare; share your result when you solve it.

FAQ

Is Common Three free?

Yes — free every day, no account required.

How is it different from NYT Connections?

Connections groups 16 words into 4 flat categories; Common Three places 7 words into a Venn diagram where overlap placement is the puzzle.

Can I play past puzzles?

Yes, the Common Three archive is free.

Related

• Browse the Common Three archive
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