NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Sept. 14, 2026

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Goose meaning A large bird that is smaller than a duck but larger than a swan.

Loon meaning Large diving birds with sharp red eyes.

Teal meaning Small, European dabbling ducks.

Canary meaning A small finch or person who gives info to the police.

Rat meaning Rodent or someone who betrays a friend's trust.

Snitch meaning A tattletale.

Stoolie meaning Slang for stoole pigeon.

A bird that's used to lure other birds into a trap.

Bag meaning A flexible container to carry things.