PREVIOUS CONNECTIONS DEFINITIONS
Plain-English meanings for all 16 words from the August 12, 2026 NYT Connections puzzle. No hints, categories or answers.
A yellow citrus fruit known for its sour taste, used in cooking, baking, and beverages.
A car or product that is defective or unsatisfactory.
A pale yellow color resembling that of the lemon fruit.
Slang for something that is disappointing or of poor quality.
The term can refer to a fruit, color, slang, or a defective item.
A perennial plant with a single woody stem or trunk, supporting branches and leaves.
A data structure in computer science consisting of nodes connected by edges, resembling a branching tree.
A diagram used to represent hierarchical relationships, such as a family tree.
A term used in mathematics to describe a connected acyclic graph.
The term can refer to plants, structures in computing and mathematics, or be used metaphorically in various contexts.
A sheltered area of water where ships can anchor safely.
To give shelter or refuge to someone or something.
To keep a thought or feeling in one's mind, often secretly.
A place on the shore where boats dock or are moored.
The term can refer to a physical location, an action, or a metaphorical concept.
The small, detailed text in a document that contains important information or conditions, often easy to overlook.
Detailed terms and conditions in a contract or agreement.
Minor or less obvious details in any written material.
Small text used for disclaimers or legal notices.
Often refers to contractual or legal documents but can be used metaphorically for any detailed or hidden information.
A large species of predatory shark known for its size, strength, and distinctive white underbelly.
A famous American rock band formed in the 1980s.
A type of wine grape variety grown in some regions.
A nickname for a large, powerful sports team or athlete.
The term can refer to animals, music bands, nicknames, or other uses depending on context.
A color between blue and yellow in the visible spectrum, commonly associated with grass, leaves, and nature.
A term describing environmentally friendly practices or products.
A slang term meaning inexperienced or new to something.
A term used in finance to indicate profit or positive growth.
The term can refer to a color, environmental concepts, slang, or financial contexts.
A word used to express farewell when parting from someone.
An expression signaling the end of a conversation or interaction.
A phrase used to indicate the conclusion of an event or period.
Commonly used as a polite or emotional way to end communication; can appear in various languages and contexts.
A healthcare professional trained to care for the sick or injured, typically working in hospitals or clinics.
To feed a baby or young child with milk from the breast.
To care for or look after someone or something attentively.
To treat or manage a wound or illness carefully over time.
The term can also be used as a verb and may appear in various professional titles or informal contexts.
An adult male bovine animal, especially one that is not castrated.
A person who is aggressive or forceful.
A stock market term referring to an investor who expects prices to rise (bull market).
Slang for false information or nonsense.
The term can also be used as a name, slang, or in financial contexts.
A web search engine developed by Microsoft.
A loud, sharp ringing sound.
A type of sweet, dark cherry.
An informal term for a sudden realization or idea.
The term can refer to a brand name, a sound, a fruit variety, or slang.
To encourage the development or growth of something, especially ideas, feelings, or relationships.
To take care of and raise a child or animal temporarily, usually when the biological parents are unable to do so.
To promote or support the progress of something, such as a project or community.
To bring up or nurture someone in a non-biological family setting.
The term can be used as a verb or a proper noun, such as a surname or place name.
A common English-language given name and surname of Scottish origin.
A brand name used by various companies, including those in paper products and sporting goods.
Slang term sometimes used to refer to a person from Scotland.
An abbreviation or acronym in specific contexts, such as organizations or technical terms.
The term can be a personal name, brand name, slang term, or abbreviation depending on context.
A surname of Czech origin, notably borne by Edvard Beneš, a former president of Czechoslovakia.
Plural form of 'bene,' a Latin word meaning 'well' or 'good' used in English contexts.
An acronym or abbreviation in specific industries or organizations, context-dependent.
A brand name or company name in various sectors.
The term can be a surname, a plural form of a Latin-derived word, an acronym, or a brand name depending on context.
A prefecture located in the Chugoku region of Japan, known for its historical sites and fruit production.
The capital city of Okayama Prefecture in Japan.
A Japanese surname.
A brand name used by various businesses in Japan.
Okayama is primarily a geographic name but can also refer to people or brands.
A small, brightly colored frog whose skin secretes toxic substances used by indigenous people to poison blowgun darts.
A dart or arrow coated with poison for hunting or warfare.
A type of weapon used in traditional hunting involving a small, pointed projectile.
A metaphor for something that causes sudden harm or danger.
The term can refer to an animal, a weapon, or be used metaphorically.
To keep something in good condition or continue it without change.
To assert or declare something to be true.
To provide support or upkeep for something.
To continue a certain state or activity.
The term can be used in various contexts including technical, legal, and everyday language.