NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Aug. 23, 2026
Why is NYT Connections trending today? Explaining the meanings behind the clues for NYT Connections #1169.
Today's NYT Connections puzzle includes a diverse array of words with varied meanings. Antifreeze is a liquid that remains liquid even in cold conditions, used to prevent freezing. Vacuum refers to a cleaning tool. Baking soda is a substance used in cooking or odor neutralization. Volcano is a geological formation that ejects molten rock.
Vinegar is a sour liquid created by fermentation, often used in cooking. Vodka is a distilled alcoholic beverage typically derived from potatoes. A tinderbox contains flammable materials for igniting fires. Potato battery is an educational experiment using potatoes to generate small amounts of electricity. Skiing involves sliding down a snowy slope or across water with skis.
Home fries are a savory potato dish. Club soda is carbonated water infused with minerals. Powder keg represents a container of gunpowder, also used as a metaphor for tense situations. Hydrogen peroxide is a bleaching agent with various household applications. Bazaar is a marketplace selling diverse goods. Vichyssoise is a chilled soup made with leeks and potatoes. Lastly, time bomb is an explosive device with a predetermined detonation.
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