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NYT Connections #82 Answers

Reveal the four groups gradually for the Monday, July 13, 2026 puzzle, from a light hint to each category and word.

Monday, July 13, 2026Puzzle #82Updated Jul 13, 2026, 7:00 AM UTC

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

INTERROGATE

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

THINGS WITH HANDLES

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

FICTIONAL CATS

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

STARTING WITH SMOOCHES

UMBRELLA

SALEM

BUCKET

QUESTION

PUSS

GRILL

PUMP

KISSER

MUG

FIGARO

SMACKDOWN

DRAWER

EXAMINE

BUSSIN

TOM

PECKISH