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Issue #976 Wed 11 Feb

NYT Connections Hints & Answer — February 11, 2026

A steady hand and a bit of patience will serve you well today. The grid offers a straightforward path for those who keep a close eye on word associations.

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  1. Reveal the yellow group
    ACT LOVESTRUCK

    MOON · PINE · SWOON · YEARN

  2. Reveal the green group
    EARNINGS

    GAIN · NET · RETURN · YIELD

  3. Reveal the blue group
    COMPACT MASS

    BLOCK · BRICK · CAKE · PUCK

  4. Reveal the violet group
    ROLLER ___

    BAG · COASTER · DERBY · RINK

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