PREVIOUS CONNECTIONS DEFINITIONS
Plain-English meanings for all 16 words from the July 25, 2026 NYT Connections puzzle. No hints, categories or answers.
A slice of meat, typically beef, cut across the muscle fibers and usually cooked by grilling, frying, or broiling.
A thick slice of fish or other meat prepared similarly to beef steak.
A bet or wager, especially in gambling contexts (slang).
An amount of money or resources invested or risked in a venture (figurative use).
The term can refer to food, slang for a bet, or figurative uses related to investment or risk.
The official currency of Sierra Leone, abbreviated as SLL.
A masculine given name of Italian origin meaning 'lion'.
A surname found in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries.
A brand name used by various companies and products.
LEONE can refer to a currency, a personal name, or a brand depending on context.
An informal term meaning excellent or first-rate.
A brand name for various products and services.
An abbreviation for 'primary' or 'first' in some contexts.
Slang for high-quality marijuana.
The term 'primo' can be used as slang, a brand name, or an abbreviation depending on context.
A large indoor shopping center with various stores and businesses.
An open area or promenade for walking, often in a town or city.
A grassy area or promenade, especially one used for public gatherings or events.
A type of weapon, specifically a heavy club or mallet used in medieval times.
The term can refer to shopping centers, public walkways, or historical weapons depending on context.
A Spanish word meaning 'mother.'
An acronym for various organizations or programs, depending on context.
A brand name or title in certain products or media.
A term used in some regions as a slang expression or exclamation.
The term can be a common noun in Spanish, a proper noun, an acronym, or slang depending on context.
A collection of tiny water droplets suspended in the air near the ground, reducing visibility and creating a light fog.
An acronym for various organizations or technologies, such as Military Intelligence Support Team or Management Information Systems Technology.
A fine spray of liquid produced by a device like a misting fan or spray bottle.
A poetic or literary term used to describe a light, thin fog or haze.
The term can be used as a common noun, acronym, or brand name depending on context.
A card game in which players bet on the value of their hands, aiming to win chips or money.
A metal rod used to stir a fire in a fireplace or campfire.
A person who pokes or prods something or someone.
Slang for a device used to prod or jab, such as a poker in computing (a tool to test or manipulate hardware).
The term can refer to a game, a tool, or be used metaphorically; it is also a common name and slang term.
To have difficulty breathing because something is blocking the throat or windpipe.
To fail to perform under pressure, especially in sports or competitions.
To tighten or restrict the flow of something, such as air or fuel, in a mechanical device.
To cause a plant or area to become overgrown and crowded, preventing healthy growth.
The term can be used as a verb or noun and may appear in medical, mechanical, sports, and gardening contexts.
A group of people organized for a common purpose or activity, such as sports, hobbies, or socializing.
A heavy stick used as a weapon or tool.
A venue or establishment for social gatherings, dancing, or entertainment.
A playing card suit symbolized by a black three-leafed clover.
The term can refer to organizations, objects, places, or symbols depending on context.
A unit of currency used in South Africa, abbreviated as ZAR.
A surname of Scandinavian origin.
An acronym for Research ANd Development, referring to activities to innovate or improve products or processes.
The name of a U.S.-based think tank specializing in policy research and analysis.
The term can refer to a currency, a name, an acronym, or an organization depending on context.
To rip or pull apart something forcibly.
A drop of clear salty liquid produced by glands in the eyes as a response to emotion or irritation.
A hole or split in fabric or paper caused by tearing.
To move quickly or forcefully in a specified direction.
The term can be a verb or a noun and is used in various contexts including physical actions and emotional expressions.
The official currency of Nigeria, abbreviated as NGN.
A female given name in some cultures.
An acronym for various organizations or terms depending on context.
NAIRA is primarily known as Nigeria's currency but can also be a personal name or an acronym in different contexts.
A Spanish word meaning 'son'.
A slang term in some Spanish-speaking regions used as an insult or to express frustration.
An abbreviation or acronym in specific contexts, though uncommon.
The term is primarily used in Spanish as a familial relationship term but can appear in slang or other contexts.
A week-long celebration held in the United States and other nations to honor African heritage and culture, observed from December 26 to January 1.
The first fruits harvest festival celebrated by some African communities.
A Swahili word meaning "first fruits."
A name used for organizations or businesses related to African culture.
The term can refer to a cultural holiday, a word in Swahili, or be used as a name or brand.
A deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water, oil, gas, or other liquids from underground.
In good health or satisfactory condition.
An expression used to introduce a statement or to indicate a pause in speech.
A structure or container that holds or collects liquid.
The term can also be used as an adverb, adjective, noun, or interjection depending on context.
A Spanish word meaning grandmother, used to refer to one's grandmother or an elderly woman in a familial or affectionate way.
A term used in some Spanish-speaking cultures to address an older woman respectfully.
A nickname or term of endearment for an elderly female figure, not necessarily a relative.
The name of various businesses, restaurants, or brands inspired by the concept of grandmotherly care or tradition.
The term is primarily used in Spanish-speaking contexts and can appear as a personal name, a term of endearment, or a brand name.