NYT Connections Hints for April 29, 2026 (#1137)
Game
ROUND
SHADOW
RUMBLE
ORDERS
OVATION
SOCK
HAND
ROLL
CLAP
JOKE
BOOM
STAGE
LEVEL
STRING
ROOM
PHASE
Hints by Category
STEP IN A PROCESS
Back to CategoriesStages or Steps in a Process
LEVEL
A specific stage in a hierarchy or process, like a level in a game or career.
PHASE
A distinct period or stage in a process of change or development.
ROUND
One stage in a series of stages, such as a round in a competition or negotiation.
STAGE
A step or phase in a process, often used in projects or performances.
SOUND LIKE THUNDER
Back to CategoriesSounds Associated with Thunder
BOOM
A deep, loud sound, like a thunderclap or explosion.
CLAP
A sharp, sudden sound, like a single thunderclap.
ROLL
A continuous, rumbling sound, like thunder rolling across the sky.
RUMBLE
A low, continuous sound, like distant thunder or a rumbling engine.
KINDS OF PUPPETS
Back to CategoriesTypes of Puppets
HAND
A hand puppet, controlled by inserting a hand into the puppet's body.
SHADOW
A shadow puppet, operated behind a screen to cast shadows.
SOCK
A sock puppet, made from a sock and operated by hand.
STRING
A string puppet, controlled by strings attached to its limbs (marionette).
STANDING ___
Back to CategoriesPhrases Starting with 'Standing'
JOKE
A 'standing joke' is a joke that is frequently repeated and well-known.
ORDERS
A 'standing order' is a permanent instruction, often for regular payments or military commands.
OVATION
A 'standing ovation' is when an audience rises to applaud enthusiastically.
ROOM
A 'standing room' refers to space for people to stand, often in a crowded venue.