Today's NYT Connections clues

Mashable provides today's Connections puzzle hints and meanings for October 8, 2026 without spoiling answers.

Connections puzzle meanings

Players learn words have multiple unrelated meanings that serve as clues in the Connections game.

Autocruise meaning

An electronic system in a vehicle that automatically controls the throttle to maintain a steady, driver-set speed.

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Foolhardy meaning

Taking unnecessary, foolish or silly risks without thinking about the dangerous results.

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Mulholland meaning

A name famously associated with places in los angeles named after irish-american engineer william mulholland.

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Thanks meaning

An informal expression used to show gratitude, appreciation or to accept or politely refuse an offer.

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