NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Oct. 10, 2026

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Notes meaning A brief written record, message or observation used to remember or communicate information.

Outline meaning A brief summary and structured plan of main ideas for a writing project.

Thesis meaning A central claim or main idea in a piece of writing.

Feed meaning A constantly updating scrollable list of content on a website or social media app.

Messages meaning A short piece of information, news or a request sent in written, spoken or electronic form.

Notifications meaning A written message, alert, or document that conveys information.

Profile meaning A collection of personal data on an online account.

Beat meaning To strike a person, object or surface repeatedly.

Kick meaning To strike out with the foot or feet.