NYT Connections Hints for July 27, 2026 (#1220)
Game
CART
HORSE
CARROT
STICK
KNITTING NEEDLE
MAGNIFYING GLASS
BEAM
GRAVEYARD
BELL
ICICLE
RINGS
HEART
PARADIGM
STALACTITE
DOPPLER
VAULT
Hints by Category
GYMNASTICS APPARATUS
Back to CategoriesEquipment used in gymnastics
BEAM
A narrow horizontal bar on which gymnasts perform balancing routines.
HORSE
A padded apparatus used for vaulting or pommel horse exercises.
RINGS
Two hanging rings used by gymnasts for strength and stability routines.
VAULT
A stationary object used for jumping over in gymnastics, often a padded table.
LONG TAPERED THINGS
Back to CategoriesObjects that are long and taper to a point or narrow end
CARROT
A long, orange root vegetable that tapers at the tip.
ICICLE
A hanging spike of ice formed by dripping water, tapering downward.
KNITTING NEEDLE
A long, thin, pointed tool used for knitting yarn.
STALACTITE
A tapering mineral deposit hanging from a cave ceiling.
KINDS OF SHIFTS
Back to CategoriesDifferent types of 'shifts' — changes, transfers, or alterations
DOPPLER
A shift in frequency or wavelength of waves (e.g., sound or light) relative to an observer.
GRAVEYARD
A shift in slang meaning a workplace or situation that feels lifeless or where things go to die; also used in 'graveyard shift' for late-night work.
PARADIGM
A fundamental shift in a model or framework of thinking.
STICK
A shift in a manual transmission vehicle (e.g., 'stick shift' refers to a gear shift lever).
ICONS ON A SHOPPING SITE
Back to CategoriesCommon symbol icons found on e-commerce websites
BELL
A bell icon often used for notifications or alerts about deals, orders, or messages.
CART
A shopping cart icon representing the user's selected items for purchase.
HEART
A heart icon used for 'wishlist' or 'favorite' items.
MAGNIFYING GLASS
A magnifying glass icon representing the search function.