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NYT Connections #19 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Saturday, May 9, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Saturday, May 9, 2026Puzzle #19Updated May 11, 2026, 6:18 AM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Think of entertainment titles and named works, not only dictionary definitions.
UNITS OF TV PROGRAMS
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
THINGS WORN AROUND THE NECK
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
STRINGS TIED IN KNOTS
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
PUFF
EPISODE
TIE
SHOELACES
PERIOD
CHAIN
SEASON
THINK
LANYARD
FRIENDSHIP BRACELET
CONVERSATION
SERIES
QUIPU
BOA
FRANCHISE
MACRAMÉ