PREVIOUS CONNECTIONS DEFINITIONS
Plain-English meanings for all 16 words from the October 10, 2026 NYT Connections puzzle. No hints, categories or answers.
A general description or plan that gives the main ideas or features of something without details.
A line or set of lines enclosing or indicating the shape of an object in a drawing.
A summary of the main points of a text or speech.
To draw the outer edge or shape of something.
The term can refer to a plan, a drawing technique, or a summary, and is also used as a verb.
A dark shape or area produced when an object blocks light.
A person who follows or watches someone closely.
A faint indication or trace of something.
A figure or image cast on a surface by an object blocking light.
The term can also be used metaphorically to describe influence, secrecy, or a person's alter ego.
To give food to a person, animal, or plant.
To supply or provide something regularly, such as information or data.
To insert material into a machine for processing.
A channel or stream of content, such as news or social media updates.
Can be used as a verb or noun; also appears in technology and media contexts.
A number or symbol representing a value or quantity.
A person's bodily shape or form.
A diagram or illustration used to explain or decorate text.
To calculate or estimate a value or amount.
The term can be used as a noun or a verb and may refer to numbers, shapes, people, or the act of calculating.
A preliminary version of a written work or plan, subject to revision.
A current of cool air in a room or other enclosed space.
The compulsory recruitment for military service.
The depth of water a ship requires to float.
The term can be used in writing, sports, military, and nautical contexts.
To form a mental picture or concept of something not present or real.
To suppose or believe something as possible or true.
To create or invent something in the mind, such as a story or idea.
The term can be used as a verb and is also commonly found in titles of songs, books, and organizations.
To strike something with the foot.
A sudden burst of energy or excitement.
A feeling of pleasure or thrill.
An act of ejecting someone from a place or group.
Can be used as a verb or noun; also appears in slang and idiomatic expressions.
Messages or alerts sent to inform someone about updates, events, or important information.
Official announcements or notices issued by an organization or authority.
In computing, signals or prompts that inform users of system activities or messages.
In legal contexts, formal communication of information or decisions to involved parties.
The term can refer to digital alerts, official announcements, or formal communications depending on context.
To bring together or collect things or people in one place.
To accumulate or amass over time.
To understand or infer information from evidence or clues.
Can be used as a verb in various contexts including social, physical collection, and comprehension.
Written or typed records used to capture information, ideas, or reminders.
Musical symbols indicating pitch and duration of sounds.
Short annotations or comments added to a text or document.
Paper currency or banknotes issued by a government or bank.
The term can refer to written records, musical elements, currency, or brief comments depending on context.
An abbreviation for the United Nations, an international organization founded in 1945 to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries.
Abbreviation for 'University of Nebraska' in some contexts.
Short for 'Unilateral,' meaning one-sided or done by one party.
Prefix meaning 'not' or 'opposite of,' used in English words like 'unhappy' or 'undo'.
The term 'UN' is most commonly used as an abbreviation for the United Nations but can also appear as a prefix or in other abbreviations depending on context.
Communications sent or received, typically in written, electronic, or verbal form.
Texts or emails exchanged between people.
Notifications or alerts on a device.
Religious or moral teachings conveyed to an audience.
The term can refer to various forms of communication and may be used in technology, social contexts, or literature.
To strike something repeatedly or forcefully.
The main rhythmic unit in music.
To defeat someone in a competition or contest.
Feeling extremely tired or exhausted.
The term can be used as a verb, noun, or adjective in various contexts.
To assume something is true or possible for the sake of argument or investigation.
To expect or believe something will happen.
To require or demand as necessary or appropriate.
The term can be used as a verb in various contexts, including casual conversation and formal writing.
A description or representation of someone's characteristics, background, or abilities.
The outline or contour of a shape or object viewed from the side.
A user account or personal page on a website or social media platform.
To analyze or assess someone or something in detail.
The term can refer to personal descriptions, shapes, online accounts, or analytical processes depending on context.
A long piece of writing on a particular subject, especially one written for a university degree.
A statement or theory put forward to be maintained or proved.
The main idea or argument in a piece of writing or speech.
The term can also refer to a doctoral dissertation or be used in academic contexts.