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NYT Connections #164 Answers

Reveal the four groups gradually for the Saturday, October 3, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.

Saturday, October 3, 2026Puzzle #164Updated Sep 12, 2026, 11:43 AM UTC

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Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.

ENDING IN MUSICALS

Try adding, placing, or pairing the same short word with each answer instead of reading the words alone.

STARTING WITH TERMS FOR "TOILET"

Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.

ENDING IN FANTASY CREATURES

Try adding, placing, or pairing the same short word with each answer instead of reading the words alone.

STARTING WITH U.S. MUSEUMS

WHITNEY HOUSTON

LINDA HAMILTON

RIVER PHOENIX

JOHN DENVER

GETTY IMAGES

ELBOW GREASE

CAN OPENER

SOMETHING WICKED

FAT CATS

HEAD WAITER

MERV GRIFFIN

BROAD BEAN

NY GIANT

MET HALFWAY

W.C. FIELDS

DIET SPRITE