Connections hints and answer for Saturday, September 12, 2026
Sep 12Saturday, September 12, 2026 · #1189
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 "BUMPER STICKER" at 13 letters.
What was yesterday's Connections answer?
For yesterday's Connections (#1188), the categories were: PEOPLE HIRED FOR AN EVENT; INTERNALIZE; WAYS TO PRACTICE SELF-CARE; THINGS THAT ARE PUSHED METAPHORICALLY.