PREVIOUS CONNECTIONS DEFINITIONS
Plain-English meanings for all 16 words from the October 22, 2026 NYT Connections puzzle. No hints, categories or answers.
Capable of moving or being moved easily from place to place.
Relating to mobile phones or wireless communication devices.
A type of hanging decorative structure that moves with air currents.
Able to change or adapt quickly in different situations.
The term can refer to technology, physical movement, or adaptability, and is also used as a brand name and in slang.
A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or distress.
Emotional support or consolation during difficult times.
Something that provides physical ease, such as clothing or furniture.
To soothe or console someone who is upset or distressed.
The term can be used as a noun or a verb and may appear in brand names or as a general expression of ease or support.
An empty space or area with nothing written, printed, or marked on it.
A form or document with spaces left empty to be filled in later.
A cartridge or firearm round that contains gunpowder but no bullet, used to produce a noise or flash.
A term used to describe a state of having no thoughts or memory, as in 'drawing a blank.'
The term can be used as a noun, adjective, or verb in various contexts.
The condition of being protected from harm, danger, or risk.
Measures or precautions taken to ensure protection from danger.
The state of being secure in a particular environment or situation.
The term can refer to physical protection, procedural measures, or a general state of security.
The feeling of reassurance and comfort after stress or pain is reduced.
Financial assistance given to those in need.
The difference in height between the highest and lowest points in an area.
A technique in art where shapes are carved to stand out from a flat background.
The term can be used in medical, financial, artistic, and emotional contexts.
The act or ability to hold something firmly with the hand or another part of the body.
A device or tool used to hold or secure something tightly.
In filmmaking, a crew member responsible for setting up and maintaining equipment that supports the camera.
The measure of how well a tire or shoe surface adheres to the ground.
The term can refer to physical holding, equipment, or roles in various industries.
The final point or conclusion of something.
A goal or purpose.
A part of a game or match, such as a period or segment.
To bring something to a close or finish it.
The term can be used as a noun or a verb in various contexts.
A sculpture or representation of a person's head, shoulders, and chest.
A sudden failure or collapse, especially of a business or plan.
An arrest made by the police.
A woman's chest measurement or the chest area of a garment.
The term can be used as a noun or a verb and appears in various contexts including art, law enforcement, fashion, and informal speech.
A part of an object designed to be held or operated by the hand.
To manage, control, or deal with a situation or task.
A nickname or username used online or in gaming.
To touch or manipulate something physically.
The term can refer to physical objects, actions, or informal names.
To confront or take hold of something or someone, especially in sports or physical situations.
The equipment used in fishing, such as rods, reels, and lines.
The act of dealing with or addressing a problem or task.
In American football, a defensive move to stop the ball carrier by bringing them to the ground.
The term can be used as a verb or noun in sports, fishing, and general contexts.
A small, round or oval solid form of medication intended to be swallowed.
A small, compressed mass of any substance, not necessarily medicinal.
Informal term for a person who is annoying or unpleasant.
A slang term for an oral contraceptive.
The term can refer to medication, informal descriptions of people, or contraceptives depending on context.
A rounded handle or control switch that can be turned or pulled to operate a device.
A small, rounded lump or protuberance on a surface.
Slang for a foolish or contemptible person.
A rounded hill or mountain.
The term can be used in technical contexts, everyday objects, slang, and geography.
A pronoun used to refer to a female person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified.
An acronym for Safety, Health, and Environment in workplace contexts.
A title of respect for a woman, similar to 'Ms.' or 'Mrs.' in some cultures.
A slang term used to refer to a woman, often in informal speech or music.
The term is primarily a pronoun but can also appear as an acronym, title, or slang depending on context.
A person who protects people, property, or places from harm or unauthorized access.
A device or barrier that provides protection or security.
In sports, a player position responsible for defense or blocking.
To watch over or protect something carefully.
The term can refer to a role, object, or action related to protection or defense.
The handle of a sword, knife, or dagger, including the guard and pommel.
The uppermost part or peak of something, such as a hill or mountain.
To provide or equip with a hilt or handle.
Hilt is primarily used to describe parts of bladed weapons but can also appear in figurative or descriptive contexts.
A three-dimensional work of art, typically representing a person, animal, or event, usually made from materials like stone, metal, or wood.
A person who remains motionless, as if frozen in place.
A symbol or emblem representing an idea or concept.
The term 'statue' primarily refers to a sculpted figure but can also be used metaphorically or as a name.