New York Times NYT Spelling Bee Answers and Solution for April 16, 2026

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Today’s pangrams are AFFILIATING, FLATLINING, and INFLATING.

AFFILIATING is defined as officially connecting or associating oneself with an organization or group. It is also defined as adopting a subsidiary or branch relationship between companies.

FLATLINING is defined as showing a flat line on a cardiac monitor indicating absence of heart activity. It is also defined as remaining at a constant level without increase or decrease.

INFLATING is defined as filling something with air or gas to expand it. It is also defined as artificially increasing the size, amount, or importance of something.

AFFIANT is defined as a person who makes and signs an affidavit under oath.

ALFALFA is defined as a legume plant with purple flowers commonly used as livestock feed.

ANTIFA is defined as a loose anti-fascist political movement characterized by direct action tactics.

FAIL is defined as to be unsuccessful in accomplishing a task or goal. It is also defined as to cease functioning or become unable to operate. It is also defined as to receive an unsatisfactory grade in an examination or course.

FAILING is defined as becoming weaker or less effective. It is also defined as an instance of not succeeding; a weakness or fault.

FAINT is defined as lacking strength or intensity; barely perceptible. It is also defined as to suddenly lose consciousness temporarily.

FAINTING is defined as the act of losing consciousness suddenly and temporarily.

FALL is defined as to drop or descend from a higher to lower position. It is also defined as a season of the year between summer and winter. It is also defined as a decrease in amount, value, or level.

FALLING is defined as dropping or descending from a higher position.

FANG is defined as a long, pointed tooth used by animals for gripping or injecting venom.

FANNING is defined as creating airflow by waving something back and forth. It is also defined as spreading outward in a fan-like formation.

FANTAIL is defined as a fan-shaped tail or rear section of something. It is also defined as a small songbird with a characteristic fan-shaped tail.

FATAL is defined as causing or capable of causing death. It is also defined as having severe negative consequences.

FATING is defined as determining or deciding the fate of something.

FIAT is defined as an official decree or edict issued by an authority. It is also defined as an arbitrary order or command without justification.

FIFING is defined as playing a small flute-like instrument called a fife.

FILIAL is defined as relating to or befitting a son or daughter toward a parent.

FILING is defined as smoothing or shaping something with a file tool. It is also defined as submitting official documents to an authority or court.

FILL is defined as to make something full by putting material into it. It is also defined as to occupy a position or role. It is also defined as to satisfy a need or requirement.

FILLING is defined as material used to fill a space or cavity. It is also defined as the act of making something full.

FINAGLING is defined as obtaining something through scheming or dishonest means. It is also defined as maneuvering or manipulating something in a clever way.

FINAL is defined as coming at the end; last in a series. It is also defined as conclusive and not subject to further change or appeal.

FINIAL is defined as a decorative knob or ornament at the end or top of an object.

FINING is defined as imposing a monetary penalty on someone. It is also defined as making something finer or more refined in quality.

FITTING is defined as appropriate or suitable for a particular purpose or occasion. It is also defined as a small connecting part used to join pipes or other components.

FLAG is defined as a piece of cloth with distinctive design used as a symbol or signal. It is also defined as to become tired or less energetic. It is also defined as to mark or identify something for attention.

FLAGGING is defined as becoming tired or losing strength. It is also defined as marking with a flag or signal.

FLAIL is defined as to wave or swing arms and legs wildly. It is also defined as a tool consisting of a handle with a free-swinging striker used for threshing.

FLAILING is defined as waving or swinging wildly without control.

FLAN is defined as a custard tart with a pastry crust and filling topped with caramel.

FLANGING is defined as the process of forming a flange or projecting rim on metal.

FLAT is defined as having a level surface without raised areas or bumps. It is also defined as an apartment or set of rooms for living. It is also defined as lacking liveliness or emotional expression.

FLING is defined as to throw something with force and speed. It is also defined as a brief romantic or sexual relationship.

FLINGING is defined as throwing something forcefully.

FLINT is defined as a hard type of rock historically used to create sparks for fire. It is also defined as a hard steel wheel used in cigarette lighters.

FLIT is defined as to move quickly and lightly from one place to another.

FLITTING is defined as moving quickly and lightly between places.

GAFF is defined as a hook used for landing large fish. It is also defined as a social blunder or embarrassing mistake. It is also defined as the spar extending the upper edge of a sail.

GIFT is defined as a present given to someone without expectation of payment. It is also defined as a natural ability or talent.

GIFTING is defined as the act of giving a gift or present to someone.

INFANT is defined as a very young child, typically from birth to one year old.

INFILL is defined as material or development used to fill a gap or empty space.

INFILLING is defined as the process of filling in gaps or empty spaces with material or development.

LIFT is defined as to raise something to a higher position. It is also defined as an elevator device for moving people or goods. It is also defined as a ride offered to someone by another vehicle.

LIFTING is defined as raising something to a higher position or level.

NAIF is defined as a naive or ingenuous person.

TIFF is defined as a petty quarrel or disagreement between people.

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