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NYT Connections #159 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Monday, September 28, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Monday, September 28, 2026Puzzle #159Updated Sep 5, 2026, 11:23 AM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Try adding, placing, or pairing the same short word with each answer instead of reading the words alone.
THINGS WITH STALKS
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
OYSTER CONDIMENTS
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
DODGE MODELS
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
THREE LETTERS PLUS REPEATED TRIGRAMS
The 16 Connections Words
CHIHUAHUA
LEMON
VIPER
BAMBOO
CELERY
TABASCO
ARKANSANS
DURANGO
SPRINGING
CHARGER
HORSERADISH
WHEAT
POSSESSES
MIGNONETTE
CORN
CHALLENGER