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NYT Connections #196 Answers
Reveal the four groups gradually for the Wednesday, November 4, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026Puzzle #196Updated Sep 1, 2026, 12:44 PM UTC
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Yellow Group (Easiest)
Start with the most direct everyday meanings. This set usually has the cleanest shared idea.
BREATHES HEAVILY
Green Group (Easy)
Look for a shared family, type, or common phrase that is one step beyond the obvious meanings.
EMPTY8
Blue Group (Medium)
Think more broadly: titles, culture, proper nouns, and specialized labels can all be fair game.
DOGS
Purple Group (Hardest)
Expect wordplay. Sounds, hidden pieces, letter changes, or phrase endings may matter more than definitions.
BOARD ___
The 16 Connections Words
GAMES
PANTS
MEETINGS
EMPTY1
SHORTS
BOXERS
HEAVES
EMPTY7
LABS
HUFFS
POINTERS
EMPTY2
EMPTY4
EMPTY5
EMPTY6
EMPTY3