NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Aug. 31, 2026
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Caliph meaning
A religious successor to the Prophet Muhammad.
Khan meaning
An ancient Eurasian ruler.
Pharoah meaning
An ancient Egyptian ruler.
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Shogun meaning
An ancient Japanese ruler.
Fragile meaning
Easily breakable.
Heavy meaning
Having a large weight or density.
Perishable meaning
A food item that can spoil quickly.
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This side up meaning
A common shipping box label.
Dust meaning
Small dry particles of matter.
Poke meaning
A traditional Hawaiian dish containing raw fish.
Salad meaning
A mixed leafy dish.
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Super meaning
Of excellent quality.
Lipstick meaning
A tubed makeup product that adds color to the lips.
Poster meaning
A large printed display paper.
Tennis balls meaning
Round bouncy objects hit by rackets in tennis.
Toothpaste meaning
A thick liquid used for cleaning teeth.
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