PREVIOUS CONNECTIONS DEFINITIONS
Plain-English meanings for all 16 words from the August 7, 2026 NYT Connections puzzle. No hints, categories or answers.
A large cash prize won in a game or lottery, often accumulating until claimed.
An unexpected or highly successful outcome.
A situation where someone gains a significant advantage or reward.
A term used in gambling to describe a top prize or payout.
The term is commonly used in gambling contexts but can also be used metaphorically in everyday language.
A machine that converts electrical, fuel, or other energy into mechanical motion.
A vehicle engine, especially in a car or motorcycle.
A person who drives a motor vehicle.
An electric device that powers a household appliance.
The term 'motor' can refer to machines, engines, people who drive, or be used in brand names and slang.
Frozen precipitation consisting of white ice crystals that fall from clouds.
A slang term for cocaine.
An acronym for 'Special Needs Opportunity for Work' in some contexts.
A television channel in Australia focused on winter sports.
The term can refer to weather phenomena, slang, acronyms, or brand names depending on context.
A cylindrical container with a wide mouth and a lid, used for storing food or other items.
A Java ARchive file used to package Java class files and resources.
A sudden shock or impact causing a jolt or vibration.
To have a harsh or unpleasant effect on the senses or feelings.
The term can refer to a container, a computer file format, a physical impact, or a figurative effect.
A strip of material in a candle or lamp that absorbs and draws up liquid fuel to sustain a flame.
A small piece of thread or fiber used to absorb and transfer liquids in various devices.
A narrow channel or groove that allows liquid to move by capillary action.
Slang term for a sharp or cunning person.
The term can also be a surname or part of brand names.
A dessert consisting of ice cream topped with syrup, nuts, whipped cream, and often a cherry.
A type of ice cream treat served in a dish rather than a cone.
A brand name for certain ice cream products.
The term 'sundae' is primarily used to describe a dessert but can also appear as a brand name or in informal contexts.
A fictional character known for being a tough and skilled soldier, originally from the movie series 'Rambo'.
A slang term for someone who is aggressive or confrontational.
An acronym for 'Random Access Memory Buffer Overflow' in computing contexts.
A brand name or nickname used in various products or organizations.
The term can refer to a character, slang, acronym, or brand depending on context.
Small fasteners sewn onto clothing used to join two pieces of fabric.
Physical switches on electronic devices used to operate functions.
Icons on a computer screen that can be clicked to perform actions.
Decorative elements on clothing or accessories.
Can refer to physical objects, digital interface elements, or decorative items.
A small, green fruit covered by a papery husk, commonly used in Mexican cooking.
The plant that produces tomatillos, related to the nightshade family.
A key ingredient in salsa verde and other sauces.
Tomatillo is primarily a culinary term referring to the fruit and its plant.
A long, narrow, typically cylindrical object or part, such as a rod or axle, that transmits motion or supports weight.
A vertical passage in a building, mine, or elevator.
The handle of a tool or weapon, like an arrow or golf club.
Slang for being treated unfairly or cheated.
The term can refer to mechanical parts, architectural features, tool components, or informal slang.
A natural or synthetic substance that is solid at room temperature and melts when heated, often used for coating, polishing, or making candles.
To apply wax to a surface for protection or shine.
To increase in size, intensity, or degree, especially used for the moon's phases.
A slang term for a vinyl record.
The term can refer to materials, actions, natural phenomena, or slang.
A spherical molecule composed of 60 carbon atoms arranged in a pattern similar to a soccer ball, also known as a buckminsterfullerene.
A small magnetic toy made of spherical magnets that can be shaped into various forms.
A nickname for a type of geodesic dome structure inspired by buckminsterfullerenes.
The term can refer to a molecule, a toy, or a structural design, depending on context.
Nitrogen in a liquid state at extremely low temperatures, used for cooling and freezing.
Nitrogen used in cryogenic applications.
A coolant in scientific and medical procedures.
A substance for rapid freezing in food processing.
The term refers specifically to nitrogen cooled below its boiling point to become liquid; it is commonly used in science and industry.
A pleasant or sweet smell, especially one produced by perfumes or scented products.
A substance used to give a pleasant smell to products like soaps, candles, or air fresheners.
The characteristic scent or aroma of something, natural or artificial.
The term can refer to both the scent itself and the substances used to create scents.
Flexible insulated wires used to transmit electricity or signals.
Thick ropes made of twisted metal strands used for lifting or securing objects.
Television or internet service providers delivering content via wired connections.
Slang for strong arm muscles.
The term can refer to electrical components, physical ropes, service providers, or be used informally to describe muscles.
An appliance used for keeping food and drinks cold to prevent spoilage.
A device or compartment that cools and stores items at low temperatures.
A large container or room used for storing perishable goods in a cold environment.
The term can also be shortened to 'fridge' in informal contexts.