NYT Connections Answer for January 16, 2026. While playing Connections, you must connect words of specific categories. The game is tricky as some words have multiple meanings and can fit different topics. You must find the right connections to complete the game. Understand the categories instead of focusing on words. Once you know the four topics, you can find the best fit.
Today’s Puzzle Author: Wyna Liu
KINDS OF HATS
DERBYFEDORAPANAMAPORKPIE
COMPONENTS OF A KID’S BEDTIME ROUTINE
BATHBRUSHINGPAJAMASSTORY
MUSICAL ACTS WITH “A” AS THE ONLY VOWEL
ALABAMABANANARAMAKANSASSANTANA
GRAND ___
BAHAMACANYONSLAMPIANO
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