There’s a sense of triumph in conquering the daily word games from The New York Times, whether it’s Wordle, Strands, Mini Crossword, or Connections Sports Edition, all in one go. But mastering all of them at once isn’t always as easy as it sounds. If you’re in need of assistance with today’s Connections puzzle, read on. Spoilers lie ahead, so proceed only if you’re truly seeking clues or have thrown in the towel and are ready for the answers right away for NYT ‘Connections’ puzzle #979 on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
If you’ve been struggling with any of the connections or words in today’s puzzle, fear not. The hints provided will point you in the right direction, leading you towards the answers that lie ahead. For those interested in a deeper dive, we’ll also reveal the solutions below.
Hints About Today’s NYT Connections Categories on Saturday, February 14:
1. Like the stock market.
2. You might find one on a log.
3. Actor famous for saying “Life is like a box of chocolates.”
4. Tingly fresh.
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Today’s Connections Game Answers for Saturday, February 14:
1. UPTICK: HIKE, JUMP, RISE, SPIKE
2. PROTUBERANCE: BUMP, HUMP, LUMP, MOUND
3. TOM HANKS ROLES: GUMP, PHILLIPS, SULLY, WOODY
4. WORDS BEFORE “MINT”: BREATH, JUNIOR, PEPPER, SPEAR
How well did you fare?
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