NYT Connections Hints for September 18, 2026 (#1294)
Game
PILLOW
CRUISE
UPPER
STEP
FLIGHT
STAIR
PLATTER
LANDING
ROUND
STAGE
TAKEOFF
MEDLEY
BRIEF
BOARDING
SAMPLER
PHASE
Hints by Category
SEGMENT OF A PROCESS
Back to CategoriesA distinct stage, step, or part in a process or sequence
PHASE
A distinct period or stage in a process of change or development.
ROUND
One of a sequence of stages or events, as in a tournament or process.
STAGE
A point, period, or step in a process or development.
STEP
An individual action or stage in a series of actions toward a result.
ASSORTMENTS OF FOOD/DRINK
Back to CategoriesVaried selections or sampler arrangements of food and drink
FLIGHT
A set of small servings of wine, beer, or other drinks/food for tasting.
MEDLEY
A varied mixture or assortment, often of foods or ingredients.
PLATTER
A large plate or serving of assorted foods.
SAMPLER
An assortment of small portions of different foods or drinks for tasting.
PARTS OF A FLIGHT
Back to CategoriesStages or phases of air travel or an airplane flight
BOARDING
The process of getting on an airplane before departure.
CRUISE
The phase of a flight when the aircraft flies at a steady altitude and speed.
LANDING
The phase when an aircraft descends and touches down on the ground.
TAKEOFF
The phase when an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly.
___CASE
Back to CategoriesWords that combine with 'case' to form compound nouns
BRIEF
Briefcase: a flat case used for carrying documents, books, or a laptop.
PILLOW
Pillowcase: a removable fabric covering for a pillow.
STAIR
Staircase: a set of stairs and the structure around it.
UPPER
Uppercase: capital letters, as opposed to lowercase.