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NYT Connections Hints for February 1, 2026 (#1015)

Game

SHARP
PITCH
FLAT
HEATER
CLOG
JAM
BOOST
GLUTE
PLUG
WEDGE
HYPE
BOP
THORN
BANGER
MORGAN
MULE

Hints by Category

Promoting or Advertising Something

BOOST
To increase or promote something, often used in marketing contexts.
HYPE
Exaggerated or intensive promotion to generate excitement.
PITCH
A persuasive presentation or advertisement to sell something.
PLUG
A promotional mention or advertisement, often informal.

KINDS OF SHOES

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Types of Footwear

CLOG
A type of shoe with a thick wooden sole, often open at the back.
FLAT
Shoes with little to no heel, such as ballet flats or loafers.
MULE
Backless shoes, often with a closed or open toe.
WEDGE
Shoes with a wedge-shaped heel that runs under the foot.

Slang Terms for a Popular or Catchy Song

BANGER
A very energetic, catchy, or popular song.
BOP
A lively, upbeat, and catchy song.
HEATER
A high-energy, intense, or impressive song.
JAM
A great, enjoyable, or catchy song.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PLUS STARTING LETTER

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Words Formed by Adding a Letter to a Musical Instrument

GLUTE
Glute (muscle) = G + lute (a stringed instrument).
MORGAN
Morgan (name or brand) = M + organ (a keyboard instrument).
SHARP
Sharp (musical note or adjective) = S + harp (a stringed instrument).
THORN
Thorn (letter or spike) = T + horn (a brass instrument).