PREVIOUS CONNECTIONS DEFINITIONS
Plain-English meanings for all 16 words from the August 2, 2026 NYT Connections puzzle. No hints, categories or answers.
To find something enjoyable, agreeable, or satisfactory.
To express preference or affection for someone or something.
To indicate similarity or resemblance between things.
A feature on social media platforms allowing users to show approval or support for content.
The term can be used as a verb, preposition, noun, or slang, depending on context.
A powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces, used for transporting people or goods.
A model or toy designed to resemble a real airplane.
A paper folded into a shape that can glide through the air when thrown.
The term 'airplane' can also be spelled 'aeroplane' in British English.
A method or route used to pass through or by something, often indicating a way of communication or travel.
An abbreviation for 'Video Interface Adapter,' a type of computer hardware.
A brand name for a technology company specializing in semiconductors.
An abbreviation meaning 'versus' in legal or formal contexts.
VIA can be used as a preposition, an acronym, a brand name, or in technical contexts.
A plant grown for its fiber, which is used to make linen, and for its seeds, which produce linseed oil.
The fiber obtained from the flax plant used in textiles.
The seeds of the flax plant, often consumed as a health food.
A shade of pale yellowish-gray color resembling the color of flax fibers.
Flax can refer to a plant, its fiber, its seeds, or a color.
A French phrase meaning 'in the style of' used to describe a way of preparing or serving food.
Used more broadly to indicate something done in the manner or style of a particular person or thing.
In fashion or design, referring to something inspired by a specific trend or look.
Often used in culinary contexts but can apply to other fields to indicate style or manner.
An abbreviation for "significant other," referring to a person's romantic partner.
A conjunction used to indicate purpose or result, meaning "therefore" or "as a result."
An abbreviation for "soldier" in military contexts.
A file extension for shared object files in Unix-like operating systems.
"SO" can be an abbreviation, conjunction, file extension, or slang term depending on context.
A preposition indicating proximity, agency, or means of achieving something.
An abbreviation for 'British Year' in some contexts.
A slang term used to express surprise or emphasis in informal speech.
A shorthand for 'Bay' in geographic names or addresses.
The term 'by' is primarily a preposition but can also appear as an abbreviation, slang, or part of proper nouns.
Having little or no light; not bright or illuminated.
Having a deep or intense color, often black or near black.
Mysterious, secretive, or hidden from view or knowledge.
Feeling or expressing sadness, gloom, or negativity.
The term can be used as an adjective, noun, or in various figurative contexts.
A financial ratio that compares a company's current share price to its earnings per share, known as the price-to-earnings ratio.
An abbreviation for 'person' used in various contexts.
A preposition meaning 'for each' or 'according to'.
An acronym for 'permanent' in some technical or informal uses.
The term 'PER' can be used as an abbreviation, acronym, or preposition depending on context.
A man who has authority, control, or power over others; often used to refer to a ruler or nobleman.
A title used for God in Christianity and Judaism.
A formal title for certain members of the British nobility or clergy.
A respectful form of address for a judge or a person in a position of authority.
The term can be a religious title, a noble rank, or a form of respectful address.
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 global company that markets health and wellness products based on redox signaling technology.
An abbreviation for the American Society of Environmental Analysts.
A term referring to the area surrounding or related to the sea (a variant of 'a sea').
ASEA can be a company name, an acronym, or a term related to the sea depending on context.
Moving in one side and out the other side of an opening, channel, or location.
From beginning to end of a process or period.
By means of or because of something.
Complete or finished with something.
Can be used as a preposition, adverb, or adjective.
A large, often dangerous animal, especially a wild mammal.
An animal in general, especially a non-human one.
A person or thing that is very strong, impressive, or difficult to deal with.
Slang for someone who is very skilled or dominant in a particular activity.
The term can be used literally to refer to animals or figuratively as slang; it may also appear as a name or brand.
A female given name of Slavic origin.
An acronym for Offshore Loading and Gas Analysis in industrial contexts.
A brand name for various products or services.
A slang term used in certain communities with specific local meanings.
OLGA can be a personal name, an acronym, a brand, or slang depending on context.
Used to emphasize the truth or reality of a statement, often correcting or clarifying information.
Used to express surprise or disbelief.
Used to introduce a new or contrasting idea.
Commonly used as an adverb in everyday speech and writing.