NYT Pips Hint, Answer & Solution for November 10, 2025

Nov 10, 2025

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🎲 Today's Puzzle Overview

DOMINO LOGIC CHALLENGE | November 10, 2025 (Monday)

Editor: Ian Livengood

Test your spatial reasoning and mathematical skills with today's three-tier difficulty system:

📊 EASY PUZZLE - ID #173

Constructor: Ian Livengood

Grid Specifications: 4 dominoes

Constraint Types: Equals regions, Sum target (5, 18)

Dominoes: [4-4], [5-6], [6-4], [6-6]

Target Skills: Basic pattern recognition, sum calculation

📊 MEDIUM PUZZLE - ID #279

Constructor: Ian Livengood

Grid Specifications: 11 dominoes

Constraint Types: Multiple equals regions, Sum targets (0, 4, 2, 5), Greater-than (>2)

Challenge Level: Intermediate logic chains required

Dominoes Include: [4-4], [4-1], [4-6], [4-3], [1-2], [0-1], [5-3], [3-0], [1-1], [3-3], [1-3]

📊 HARD PUZZLE - ID #292

Constructor: Rodolfo Kurchan

Grid Specifications: 12 dominoes

Constraint Types: Complex sum networks (0-12 range), Equals regions

Challenge Level: Advanced strategic planning essential

Dominoes Include: [5-3], [6-3], [2-2], [5-0], [1-6], [0-2], [6-2], [6-4], [1-0], [1-1], [3-3], [5-5]

ACHIEVEMENT METRICS:

✓ Complete all three puzzles: Daily Domino Master

✓ Hard mode under 15 minutes: Logic Elite

✓ Zero hints used: Pure Solver

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💡 Progressive Hints

Try these hints one at a time. Each hint becomes more specific to help you solve it yourself!

💡 Hint #1 - High Sum = High Pips

When you see a constraint like 18, immediately think about using your highest-value dominoes. The sum of 18 practically requires multiple 6-pip halves.

💡 Hint #1 - Unique Element Entry Points

Used dominoes with unique pip values (only one 2, only one 5) as forced starting moves.

💡 Hint #1 - Pre-Solve Resource Inventory (THE CRITICAL TECHNIQUE!)

Counting available 6-pip halves (4 total) and 0-pip halves (3 total) BEFORE placing any dominoes revealed forced placements. This is the #1 skill that separates expert solvers from intermediate ones.

💡 Hint #2 - Constraint Prioritization

Starting with Number 4 (unique 4-pip domino) gave us a definitive anchor point that cascaded through the entire solution.

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Nov 10, 2025

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✅ Final Answer & Complete Solution For Hard Level

The key to solving today's hard puzzle was identifying the placement for the critical dominoes highlighted in the starting grid. Once those were in place, the rest of the puzzle could be solved logically. See the final grid below to compare your solution.

Starting Position & Key First Steps

Pips hint for November 10, 2025 – hard level puzzle grid with critical first placements and strategy

This image shows the initial puzzle grid for the hard level, with a few critical first placements highlighted.

Final Answer: The Solved Grid for Hard Mode

NYT Pips November 10, 2025 hard puzzle full solution grid showing final answer with hints

Compare this final grid with your own solution to see the correct placement of all dominoes.

🔧 Step-by-Step Answer Walkthrough For Easy Level

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Step 1

Based on the image, observe the shapes and domino pip counts.

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Step 2: Number (18)

The domino halves in this region must be 6. The answer is 6-6, placed vertically; 4-6, placed horizontally.

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Step 3: Equal

The domino halves in this region must be 4. The answer is 4-4, placed vertically.

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Step 4: Number (5)

The answer is 5-6, placed vertically.

🔧 Step-by-Step Answer Walkthrough For Medium Level

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Step 1

Based on the image, observe the shapes and domino pip counts. Only 5 domino halves that contain 4 pips. Only 6 domino halves that contain 1 pips. Only 6 domino halves that contain 3 pips.

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Step 2: Number (2)

Only one domino with 2 pips. The answer is 2-1, placed horizontally.

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Step 3: Red Equal

Confirmed by step 2 and neighboring region and remaining dominoes, the domino halves in this region must be 1. The answer is 1-1, placed vertically; 0-1, placed horizontally.

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Step 4: Number (5)

Only one domino with 5 pips. The answer is 3-5, placed horizontally.

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Step 5: Blue Equal

Confirmed by step 4 and neighboring region and remaining dominoes, the domino halves in this region must be 3. The answer is 3-3, placed vertically; 3-4, placed horizontally; 0-3, placed horizontally.

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Step 6: Light Blue Equal

Confirmed by neighboring region and remaining dominoes, the domino halves in this region must be 4. The answer is 1-4, placed horizontally; 4-4, placed vertically; 6-4, placed horizontally.

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Step 7: Greater than (2)

The answer is 1-3, placed horizontally.

🔧 Step-by-Step Answer Walkthrough For Hard Level

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Step 1: Critical Resource Analysis (The Master Key!)

Essential observations that unlock the entire puzzle: Counting specific pip values in available dominoes: Only 4 domino halves contain 6 pips total - Number 12 region needs 2 halves with 6 pips (6+6=12) - Blue Number 6 region needs 1 half with 6 pips - This accounts for 3 of the 4 available 6-pip halves Only 3 domino halves contain 0 pips - Number 0 region will use these scarce resources Why this analysis is crucial: Understanding resource scarcity BEFORE placing any dominoes reveals which placements are forced. This constraint counting technique separates expert solvers from beginners! Strategic insight: With such limited 6-pip and 0-pip halves, their placements are highly constrained. Start here!

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Step 2: Solving the Number 4 Region (Blue, Left Side)

Constraint: The pips in this blue region must sum to 4. Critical observation: Looking at all available dominoes, only ONE domino contains a 4-pip half. Logic chain: - From Step 1, we know 6-pip halves are scarce - Only one domino has 4 pips - This is our most restrictive single-domino constraint Solution: - 6-4 domino: Placed vertically in the blue region Why this works: - The 4-pip half satisfies the sum-4 requirement perfectly - The 6-pip half extends upward, contributing to the Number 12 region - This placement locks in one of our precious 6-pip halves Verification: Blue region contains 4 pips ✓

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Step 3: Solving the Number 3 Region (Teal, Bottom Left)

Constraint: Everything in this region must sum to 3. Deduction chain: - From Step 1, we know we have limited 0-pip halves - From Step 2, we've placed the 6-4 domino - Looking at remaining dominoes and neighboring constraints - To achieve sum of 3, we need combinations like 1+1+1, 0+1+2, etc. Analysis: The domino halves in this region must total 1+1+1 = 3. Solution: - 1-1 domino: Placed vertically (contributes 1+1=2) - 1-0 domino: Placed horizontally (contributes 1) Why this works: The combination 1+1+1 = 3 perfectly satisfies the constraint. We're strategically using one of our limited 0-pip halves here while preserving others for the Number 0 region. Calculation check: 1 + 1 + 1 = 3 ✓

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Step 4: Solving the Number 10 Region (Orange, Bottom Center)

Constraint: Everything in this region must sum to 10. Strategy: We need a domino combination that creates sum of 10. The most efficient solution uses a double domino. Analysis: Looking at relative positioning and remaining available dominoes, a double-five domino is perfect. Solution: - 5-5 domino: Placed horizontally in the orange region Why this works: The double-five domino (5+5=10) efficiently satisfies the entire constraint in a single placement, freeing up other dominoes for more complex regions. Calculation check: 5 + 5 = 10 ✓

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Step 5: Solving the Red Number 6 Region (Pink, Bottom Right)

Constraint: Everything in this region must sum to 6. Deduction chain: - Looking at neighboring regions and remaining dominoes - From our resource analysis, we still need to place 0-pip halves - The sum of 6 can be achieved with combinations like 1+5, 0+6, 2+4, etc. Analysis: The domino halves must combine as 1+5 = 6. Solution: - 1-6 domino: Placed vertically - 0-5 domino: Placed horizontally Why this works: - The 1-pip and 5-pip halves total 6 ✓ - We're using another of our limited 0-pip halves strategically - The 6-pip half contributes to the Blue Number 6 constraint - The 5-pip half helps satisfy adjacent constraints Calculation check: 1 + 5 = 6 ✓

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Step 6: Solving the Green Equal Region (Right Middle)

Constraint: Both domino halves in this equal region must show identical pip counts. Deduction chain: - Looking at neighboring Number 11 region and remaining dominoes - The equal constraint limits us to matching pip values - Examining what's available after previous placements Analysis: The domino halves in this region must be 3-3. Solution: - 3-3 domino: Placed horizontally (double-three) - 5-3 domino: Placed vertically Why this works: Both green dashed sections now display 3 pips, satisfying the equals constraint. The 5-pip half from the second domino extends into adjacent regions, contributing to other sum requirements. Verification: All green equal sections show 3 pips ✓

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Step 7: Solving the Number 8 Region (Teal, Upper Section)

Constraint: Everything in this region must sum to 8. Complex analysis: This large teal region spans multiple domino spaces. We need to carefully place dominoes whose combined pips total 8. Deduction: Looking at neighboring regions and remaining dominoes, the halves in this region must include 2-pip values. Solution: - 6-2 domino: Placed vertically - 2-2 domino: Placed horizontally (double-two) - 0-2 domino: Placed vertically Why this works: Let's verify the sum: 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 8 ✓ (Note: Only the pip halves falling within the teal dashed boundary count toward the sum) Strategic value: - Uses our final 0-pip half for the Number 0 constraint - Places the remaining 6-pip half for the Number 12 region - Efficiently distributes 2-pip values across the constraint Calculation check: Combined pips in teal region = 8 ✓

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Step 8: Solving the Number 12 Region (Purple, Top Left)

Constraint: Everything in this region must sum to 12. Final placement: With all other constraints satisfied, we complete the puzzle with the remaining domino. Solution: - 6-3 domino: Placed horizontally Why this works: From our earlier placements in Steps 2 and 7, we've already positioned two 6-pip halves in the purple Number 12 region: - 6 (from 6-4 domino in Step 2) - 6 (from 6-2 domino in Step 7) - This final 6-3 domino might contribute its 6-pip half or complete adjacent constraints Calculation verification: The purple region achieves sum of 12 through the combination of 6-pip contributions ✓

🎥 Watch today's full walkthrough video for Easy, Medium, and Hard puzzles.

This video covers step-by-step solutions for all difficulty levels (Easy, Medium, Hard) and highlights key strategies for each. Watch it alongside the step-by-step walkthrough above for best results.

💡 Pro Tips for Similar Puzzles

Start with Constraints

Always begin with the most constrained regions - sum regions with small numbers or tight spaces.

Use Equal Regions

Use "equal" regions as anchors - they eliminate many possibilities quickly.

Work Systematically

Let the rules guide your placement rather than guessing randomly.

Double-Check

Verify each region's rules are satisfied before moving to the next.

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