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NYT Connections #157 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Saturday, September 26, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Saturday, September 26, 2026Puzzle #157Updated Sep 5, 2026, 11:23 AM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
BREATH FRESHENERS
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
THINGS DONE TO A DRESS SHIRT AT THE LAUNDRY
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
FEATURES OF WOOD
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
"COOL" THINGS, IN EXPRESSIONS
The 16 Connections Words
MINT
PRESS
GRAIN
BEANS
STARCH
ICE
CUCUMBER
RINGS
GUM
FOLD
KNOTS
CUSTOMER
WASH
MOUTHWASH
BURL
SPRAY