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NYT Connections #146 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Tuesday, September 15, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026Puzzle #146Updated Aug 20, 2026, 8:49 PM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
INSTRUCT
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
PARTS OF A WHISTLING KETTLE
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
UNDERCOVER OPERATIVE
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
THINGS THAT APPEAR AT THE END
The 16 Connections Words
PLANT
COACH
WHISTLE
DESSERT
HANDLE
CABOOSE
DECEMBER
SLEEPER
DIRECT
TRAIN
LID
ASSET
SPOUT
MOLE
EPILOGUE
GUIDE