NYT Connections Hints for January 2, 2026 (#970)
Game
HIVE
ROUTINE
RECORD
NUMBER
LOG
STANDARD
BIT
JOT
QUASH
BAR
NOTE
EEK
METRIC
GAG
ALE
EXAMPLE
Categories
Hints by Category
WRITE
Back to CategoriesRecording Information
JOT
To write something quickly or briefly, often a short note.
LOG
To record events, data, or observations systematically, often in a journal or digital file.
NOTE
To write down information for future reference or to make a brief record.
RECORD
To document or preserve information in a permanent form, such as writing, audio, or video.
SHTICK
Back to CategoriesComedic or Performance Routine
BIT
A short, humorous piece of performance, often part of a comedy routine.
GAG
A joke or humorous act, typically visual or physical in comedy.
NUMBER
A performance piece in a show, often referring to a song, dance, or comedy sketch.
ROUTINE
A rehearsed set of actions, jokes, or performances, especially in comedy or entertainment.
BENCHMARK
Back to CategoriesStandards or Points of Reference
BAR
A standard or level that must be met or exceeded, as in 'setting the bar'.
EXAMPLE
A model or instance used as a reference point for comparison or imitation.
METRIC
A standard of measurement or criterion used to assess performance or quality.
STANDARD
An established level of quality, achievement, or measure used as a reference.
VEGETABLES MINUS STARTING LETTER
Back to CategoriesWords formed by removing the first letter of vegetable names
ALE
From 'kale' (remove 'k') - a type of beer.
EEK
From 'leek' (remove 'l') - an exclamation of surprise or fear.
HIVE
From 'chive' (remove 'c') - a structure where bees live.
QUASH
From 'squash' (remove 's') - to suppress or put an end to something.