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NYT Connections #149 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Friday, September 18, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Friday, September 18, 2026Puzzle #149Updated Aug 29, 2026, 12:05 AM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
SEGMENT OF A PROCESS
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
ASSORTMENTS OF FOOD/DRINK
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
PARTS OF A FLIGHT
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
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The 16 Connections Words
PILLOW
CRUISE
UPPER
STEP
FLIGHT
STAIR
PLATTER
LANDING
ROUND
STAGE
TAKEOFF
MEDLEY
BRIEF
BOARDING
SAMPLER
PHASE