NYT Connections Hints for February 26, 2026 (#1073)
Game
SHAMROCK
DRUMROLL
PUNCHLINE
MILESTONE
PRETTY
WATERSHED
GRASSHOPPER
LANDMARK
CHECK
TIMING
ATTENTION
STATUE OF LIBERTY
SETUP
WASABI
CALLBACK
CROSSROADS
Hints by Category
PIVOTAL POINT
Back to CategoriesCritical moments or turning points
CROSSROADS
A point where important decisions must be made; a critical juncture.
LANDMARK
A significant event, achievement, or turning point in history or development.
MILESTONE
An important event or stage marking significant progress or development.
WATERSHED
A critical turning point that leads to fundamental change; a dividing line between two phases.
GREEN THINGS
Back to CategoriesObjects or symbols associated with the color green
GRASSHOPPER
An insect typically green in color, also a classic cocktail with green crème de menthe.
SHAMROCK
A three-leaf clover, green plant symbolizing Ireland and St. Patrick's Day.
STATUE OF LIBERTY
The famous New York statue made of copper that has oxidized to a green patina.
WASABI
A green Japanese horseradish paste with a pungent flavor, typically served with sushi.
ELEMENTS OF JOKE-TELLING
Back to CategoriesComponents of comedic structure and delivery
CALLBACK
A reference to an earlier joke in the set, creating continuity and additional humor.
PUNCHLINE
The final part of a joke that delivers the humor or surprise.
SETUP
The introductory part of a joke that establishes context and leads to the punchline.
TIMING
The rhythm and pacing of joke delivery, crucial for maximizing comedic effect.
"___ PLEASE"
Back to CategoriesCommon phrases ending with 'please'
ATTENTION
"Attention, please!" - A call for people to listen or focus.
CHECK
"Check, please!" - Request for the bill in a restaurant.
DRUMROLL
"Drumroll, please!" - Request for dramatic anticipation before an announcement.
PRETTY
"Pretty please!" - An emphatic or pleading way to say 'please'.