NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Nov. 13, 2026

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Browse meaning

To search leisurely.

Scroll meaning

Browsing the Internet or social media

Search meaning

To look for something or someone.

Surf meaning

To search casually.

Coverage meaning

The broadcasting of a news event.

Exposure meaning

Being made known to the public, media or an audience.

Press meaning

News coverage.

Publicity meaning

Public visibility.

Barge meaning

A roomy, flat-bottomed boat.

Glider meaning

A motorless aircraft that flies by riding on air currents.

Trailer meaning

A teaser, typically for a film or TV show.

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Water skier meaning

Someone who participates in water skiing.

Freeze meaning

The process of water turning to a solid.

Teaser meaning

A short preview.

Trust meaning

To have faith in something or someone.

Waves meaning

Natural curves.

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