Explore meanings behind each word in today’s NYT Connections hints for Nov. 13, 2026
Reading clues without spoilers
The guide is intended for players who want help with today’s Connections puzzle but prefer not to see the solutions. It centers on the meanings of the words rather than providing the answers.
Words and visual clues
Connections clues may rely on words appearing inside other words. The puzzle can also use visual cues, so players may need to look beyond a word’s most obvious meaning.
Considering these possibilities can help players interpret the clues without having the answers disclosed. The guide presents meanings as a way to explore the puzzle.
More puzzles to explore
Players seeking another daily challenge can find hints for NYT Strands as well. The guide also points readers to a games hub with Mahjong, Sudoku and a free crossword. Those games sit alongside Connections and Strands among the puzzle options highlighted in the guide.
Key points
- The guide discusses Connections word meanings without giving away answers.
- Unrelated definitions may serve as clues in the puzzle.
- Connections can use words hidden inside other words and visual cues.
- Readers can also find Strands hints and other games.