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NYT Connections #134 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Thursday, September 3, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Thursday, September 3, 2026Puzzle #134Updated Aug 19, 2026, 3:59 PM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
TWO SHAKES OF A LAMB'S TAIL
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
SHADES OF RED
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
TOY CAR BRANDS
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
SPREADSHEET FUNCTIONS
The 16 Connections Words
MAX
MATCHBOX
MAROON
AVERAGE
BLINK
CARMINE
SUM
FLASH
COUNT
HEARTBEAT
CINNABAR
TONKA
HOT WHEELS
VERMILLION
TRICE
MICRO MACHINES