NYT ‘Connections’ Hints, Clues and Answers Today, Monday, June 8, 2026

You’ll solve today’s NYT Connections puzzle in no time if you love geology. 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 #1093 on Monday, June 8, 2026.

If you’ve been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Monday’s puzzle, you’re not alone, and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I’ll reveal the answers further down.

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Hints About Today’s NYT Connections Categories on Monday, June 8

1. Like the Darien Gap.
2. La cabeza.
3. Can also be known as prickly.
4. “I am not an elephant! I am not an animal! I am a human being! I… am… a man!”

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Ready for the answers? Scroll below this image (the image that represents your very appreciated patience!).

Today’s Connections Game Answers for Monday, June 8:

1. LANDFORMS BY WATER: DELTA, ISLAND, ISTHMUS, PENINSULA
2. SLANG FOR HEAD: COCONUT, DOME, MELON, PATE
3. THINGS THAT CAN BE SPIKED: MOHAWK, PUNCH, SEA URCHIN, VOLLEYBALL
4. “THE ____ MAN” MOVIES: ELEPHANT, INVISIBLE, OMEGA, RUNNING

How’d you do?

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