The NYT ‘Connections’ puzzle for Saturday, February 21, 2026, has been released, and we have the hints, clues, and answers to help you solve it.
There’s nothing quite as exhilarating as the feeling of completing the daily New York Times Wordle, Strands, Mini Crossword and Connections Sports Edition word games in one fell swoop. But sometimes that can be easier said than done. If you need help with today’s Connections puzzle, keep reading.
Spoilers ahead! We’ve warned you. We mean it. Read no further until you really want some clues or you’ve completely given up and want the answers ASAP. Get ready for all of today’s NYT ‘Connections’ hints and answers for #986 on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Hints About Today’s NYT Connections Categories on Saturday, February 21
The main section on your resume.
Truancy violation (or not).
You might see these when playing this game.
Vroom, vroom!
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Today’s Connections Game Answers for Saturday, February 21:
1. EXPERIENCE: BACKGROUND, HISTORY, LIFE, PAST
2.ATTENDANCE STATUS: ABSENT, EXCUSED, LATE, PRESENT
3. COMMENTARY ABOUT YOUR CONNECTIONS RESULTS: GREAT, PERFECT, PHEW, SOLID
4. CAR BRANDS PLUS TWO LETTERS: AUDITS, DODGERS, INFINITIVE, MINION
How’d you do?
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