Connections hints and answer for Friday, September 11, 2026
Sep 11Friday, September 11, 2026 · #1188
Today’s Connections Clues and Answer
Create four groups of four
Open only the level you need. Each color progresses from a broad clue to the complete four-word group.
Tap a word for a definition
Common Decoys & Red Herrings
Analysis of cross-category overlap and one-away trap recovery.
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How many words are on today's Connections board?
Today's Connections board has 16 words to sort into four groups of four.
What is the longest word on today's Connections board?
The longest word on today's board is "PHOTOGRAPHER" at 12 letters.
What was yesterday's Connections answer?
For yesterday's Connections (#1187), the categories were: CHEMICAL ELEMENTS; WHAT YOU MIGHT SEE STICKING OUT OF A WINDOW; BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN CLASSICS; ENDING IN SYNONYMS FOR "HAPPENING NOW".