NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Sept. 1, 2026

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Arrow meaning An object fired from a bow.

Hope Diamond meaning A famous gem.

For Real meaning A slang term for seriously.

Sam Spade meaning A famous fictional detective.

Wishy-washy meaning Slang term for indecisivie.

Mike Hammer meaning A famous fictional detective.

Golf club meaning A tool used for striking a golf ball.

Cross my heart meaning An expression that means to assure someone they are telling the truth.

Pick-up stick meaning Sticks used as part of a particular tabletop game.