Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

1. GROUP: BAND, CREW, PACK, TEAM 2. PLUNGE: CRASH, CRATER, DROP, TANK 3. PARTS OF A SINK: BASIN, DRAIN, FAUCET, STOPPER 4. EQUESTRIAN GEAR: BIT, CROP, HALTER, SADDLE This story was originally published by Parade on Jan 11, 2026, where it first appeared in the Life section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.