Yellow group — ITEMS IN A LINEN CLOSET
Why is “WASHCLOTH” in the Yellow group?
a small cloth used for washing the face or body
Connections Hints for May 26, 2025 #714
Pro tip: Tap each section to reveal answers one at a time. If you just need a gentle hint, get the connection hint for May 26, 2025 #714
Want to see NYT Connections hints? Below you'll find complete solutions and explanations. Want to try solving it yourself first? Visit the NYT Connections game 2025-05-26. Looking for today's NYT Connections hint? Head to our home page or play today's connection game here.
Navigation tip: Use the arrows below to browse through past puzzles. Each puzzle is organized from easiest (yellow) to hardest (purple) categories.
Yellow Category — May 26, 2025
Green Category — May 26, 2025
Blue Category — May 26, 2025
Purple Category — May 26, 2025
Tricky Words in Today's Connections
▼Definitions for the most unusual words in today's puzzle
Tricky Words in Today's Connections
▼Purple group — LINGERIE
Why is “GARTER” in the Purple group?
a piece of lingerie that holds up stockings
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (May 26, 2025)
Several words in today's puzzle have multiple meanings or obscure definitions that can throw you off. Here's what each one means in the context of this Connections grid.
- POLAR
- Definition: extremely opposite in nature or character
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the North or South Pole
- TEDDY
- Definition: a type of lingerie
- Why it's tricky: also a common nickname for Theodore and a type of bear
- COUNTER
- Definition: opposite or contrasting
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a surface for food preparation or a device for counting
- SLIP
- Definition: a type of lingerie
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a mistake or a type of women's undergarment
Connections #714 explained
Why these words connect (May 26, 2025)
Understanding the logic behind each group helps you spot similar patterns in future puzzles. Here's the reasoning for every category in today's Connections.
Yellow group: ITEMS IN A LINEN CLOSET
These are all common household items used for sleeping or bathing, including bedding and towels.
Green group: DIAMETRIC
These words all describe something that is opposite or contrasting, such as polar opposites or reverse directions.
Blue group: LINGERIE
These are all types of intimate apparel, including items like garters and teddies.
Purple group: CARD GAMES WITH FIRST LETTER CHANGED
These are all card games with their first letter changed, such as 'DIN' instead of 'GIN'.
Red herrings and trap words explained
These words were designed to mislead you. Understanding why they don't belong where you first think sharpens your game for tomorrow.
“HOSE”
Seems like it belongs to: ITEMS IN A LINEN CLOSET
Actually belongs to: LINGERIE
HOSE seems like it could be a type of towel or sheet, but it's actually a type of lingerie
“TEDDY”
Seems like it belongs to: CARD GAMES WITH FIRST LETTER CHANGED
Actually belongs to: LINGERIE
TEDDY seems like it could be a card game, but it's actually a type of lingerie
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “HOSE” didn't go with ITEMS IN A LINEN CLOSET
Seems like: ITEMS IN A LINEN CLOSET → Actually: LINGERIE
HOSE seems like it could be a type of towel or sheet, but it's actually a type of lingerie
Why “TEDDY” didn't go with CARD GAMES WITH FIRST LETTER CHANGED
Seems like: CARD GAMES WITH FIRST LETTER CHANGED → Actually: LINGERIE
TEDDY seems like it could be a card game, but it's actually a type of lingerie