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NYT Connections Hints for March 4, 2026 (#1081)

Game

GOSSIP
HOUND
NEW
TOY
SPORTING
WORKING
BOOK
FAIR
SHADOW
GONE
BIKE
TRACK
SQUARE
VIDEO GAME
TAIL
HONEST

Hints by Category

Following or chasing someone persistently

HOUND
To pursue relentlessly, like a hunting dog chasing prey.
SHADOW
To follow someone closely and secretly, like a shadow.
TAIL
To follow someone closely, often in a vehicle.
TRACK
To follow the trail or traces of someone or something.

SPORTSMANLIKE

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Exhibiting fair play and good conduct in sports or competition

FAIR
Just and impartial, following the rules.
HONEST
Truthful and straightforward in conduct.
SPORTING
Demonstrating fairness and generosity in competition.
SQUARE
Honest and straightforward, playing by the rules.

CLASSIC KID GIFTS

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Traditional and popular gifts for children

BIKE
A bicycle, a classic childhood gift symbolizing freedom and adventure.
BOOK
A traditional educational and entertainment gift for children.
TOY
A plaything, a universal gift for children of all ages.
VIDEO GAME
Modern entertainment gift, popular among children and teens.

"___ GIRL" TITLES

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Movie, TV show, or book titles following the "___ Girl" pattern

GONE
"Gone Girl" - 2014 thriller film about a missing wife.
GOSSIP
"Gossip Girl" - TV series about privileged teenagers in Manhattan.
NEW
"New Girl" - Sitcom about a quirky teacher moving in with three men.
WORKING
"Working Girl" - 1988 film about a secretary's rise in business.