NYT Connections Hints for January 16, 2026 (#1005)
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PANAMA
ALABAMA
BATH
BAHAMA
SANTANA
BANANARAMA
SLAM
PAJAMAS
PIANO
PORKPIE
BRUSHING
KANSAS
DERBY
STORY
CANYON
FEDORA
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KINDS OF HATS
Back to CategoriesTypes of headwear
DERBY
A rounded, stiff hat with a narrow brim, also known as a bowler hat.
FEDORA
A soft felt hat with a creased crown and a brim that can be turned up or down.
PANAMA
A lightweight, breathable hat made from woven straw, originally from Ecuador but popularized by workers on the Panama Canal.
PORKPIE
A small, round hat with a flat crown and a narrow brim, often associated with jazz musicians.
COMPONENTS OF A KID’S BEDTIME ROUTINE
Back to CategoriesCommon steps in a child's bedtime preparation
BATH
A warm bath to help the child relax and get clean before bed.
BRUSHING
Brushing teeth to maintain dental hygiene as part of the nightly routine.
PAJAMAS
Comfortable sleepwear that children change into before going to bed.
STORY
Reading a bedtime story to help the child wind down and fall asleep.
MUSICAL ACTS WITH "A" AS THE ONLY VOWEL
Back to CategoriesMusic groups or artists whose names contain only the vowel 'A'
ALABAMA
An American country music band formed in 1969, known for hits like 'Mountain Music'.
BANANARAMA
A British female pop group formed in 1979, famous for songs like 'Venus' and 'Cruel Summer'.
KANSAS
An American rock band formed in 1973, known for progressive rock hits like 'Carry On Wayward Son'.
SANTANA
A Latin rock band led by guitarist Carlos Santana, known for hits like 'Smooth' and 'Black Magic Woman'.
GRAND ___
Back to CategoriesCommon phrases beginning with 'Grand'
BAHAMA
Refers to the 'Grand Bahama' island in the Bahamas.
CANYON
Refers to the 'Grand Canyon', a massive natural wonder in Arizona.
SLAM
Refers to the 'Grand Slam', a term used in sports (like tennis or golf) for winning all major tournaments in a season.
PIANO
Refers to the 'Grand Piano', a large, horizontal piano with a rich sound and elegant design.