NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Sept. 27, 2026

Today's NYT Connections word list includes Carrier, Network, Operator, Provider, Bronze, Clay, Marble, Plaster, Banquette, Booth, Chair, Stool, BBQing, Homing, Lohan, and Wu-Tang. Carrier refers to someone or something that transports or transmits items from one location to another. Network denotes a system of interconnected elements, individuals, or devices that communicate and collaborate.

Operator indicates a person who operates or controls machinery. Provider signifies an individual, company, or organization that supplies goods or services. Bronze is an alloy crafted from tin, copper, and other elements. Clay represents a heavy, sticky natural substance that becomes malleable when moist. Marble is a robust, smooth metamorphic rock derived from limestone.

Plaster is a wet concoction that hardens into a smooth, solid surface upon drying. Banquette signifies a long, upholstered bench constructed into a wall or custom-fit to a specific area. Booth denotes a small, enclosed space, temporary stand, or private seating area. Chair is a piece of furniture designed for a single person to sit on, equipped with a backrest and four legs.

Stool is a simple, backless seat or footrest. BBQing denotes a cooking technique utilizing low, indirect heat and wood smoke to tenderize meat. Homing pertains to the ability to navigate, return, or guide oneself accurately towards a home location. Lohan is a traditional Irish surname meaning "light." Wu-Tang represents a renowned New York rap collective.