NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for September 17, 2026

Today's NYT Connections puzzle proves to be a breeze for movie enthusiasts. Connections, one of the most popular word games by the New York Times, challenges players to discover the hidden links among words. Similar to Wordle, Connections resets each day at midnight, with increasingly difficult word sets. We've provided some hints and tips to help you tackle today's challenge.

If you prefer to receive today's solution directly, you can skip to the end of this article. However, if you'd rather solve it on your own, keep reading for clues, tips, and strategies.

What is Connections?

The NYT's latest daily word game, Connections, has gained significant popularity. Created by associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu, the game is now featured in the New York Times' Games section. Players can access Connections through web browsers and mobile devices. The objective is to group four words that share a common theme. Each puzzle presents 16 words, divided into four categories. These categories may encompass a range of subjects, from book titles to software and country names.

Upon successfully grouping four words in a set, those words are eliminated from the board. Incorrect guesses count as mistakes, and players are allotted up to four mistakes before the game concludes. Players can also manipulate the board by rearranging and shuffling the words to facilitate spotting connections. Similar to Wordle, categories are color-coded—from yellow, the easiest, to purple, the most challenging. Additionally, players can share their results on social media platforms.

Here's today's Connections hint:

Yellow: Bendable

Green: Down below

Blue: Hugh Jackman movies, with "The"

Purple: Love ___

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