NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Aug. 28, 2026

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Rest easy meaning A reassuring phrase to calm someone.

Sleep tight meaning A phrase used to wish someone a good night's rest.

Sweet dreams meaning A phrase used to wish someone a peaceful sleep.

Bro meaning A nickname, short for "brother." Coded meaning Written in secret.

Era meaning A specific time period.

Maxxing meaning To go all in.

Hour meaning A unit of time, measured in 60 minutes.

Line meaning A straight path.

Morning meaning The earliest part of the day.