NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Sept. 19, 2026

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Stick figure meaning A simplistic drawing of a human.

Sun meaning The star at the center of the solar system.

Tree meaning A large, tall plant made of bark and leaves.

Branch out meaning To try or discover something new.

Diversify meaning To add variety.

Expand meaning To grow.

Grow meaning To get bigger or taller.

Cos lettuce meaning A leafy green vegetable.

Log cabin meaning A small house made of stacked tree trunks.