Yellow group — ALCOVE
Why is “RECESS” in the Yellow group?
a small, enclosed space, often found in architecture or design
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Tricky Words in Today's Connections
▼Definitions for the most unusual words in today's puzzle
Tricky Words in Today's Connections
▼Green group — VERBS IN BREADMAKING
Why is “PROOF” in the Green group?
a stage in breadmaking where yeast ferments, causing dough to rise
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (May 31, 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.
- PROOF
- Definition: a stage in breadmaking where yeast ferments
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to mathematical or logical evidence
- RECESS
- Definition: a small, enclosed space
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a break or pause in activity
- RISE
- Definition: to increase in size or amount, especially due to yeast fermentation
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to moving upward or increasing in status
- REST
- Definition: a period of inactivity or pause in breadmaking
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a state of sleep or relaxation
Connections #719 explained
Why these words connect (May 31, 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: ALCOVE
These words all describe small, enclosed spaces or areas, often found in architecture or design; they can be used to describe a variety of physical locations, from a nook in a wall to a cavity in a tooth.
Green group: WAYS TO RECOGNIZE ACHIEVEMENT
These words all describe ways to recognize or honor achievements, often in the form of physical objects or awards; they can be used to acknowledge a variety of accomplishments, from academic or athletic achievements to professional or personal milestones.
Blue group: VERBS IN BREADMAKING
These words all describe actions or stages involved in the process of breadmaking, from mixing and kneading to rising and baking; they can be used to describe the various steps and techniques used to create a variety of breads and baked goods.
Purple group: THINGS YOU CAN BLOW
These words all describe objects or actions that involve blowing air, often in a creative or playful way; they can be used to describe a variety of activities, from blowing bubbles to blowing a kiss.
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.
“KISS”
Seems like it belongs to: WAYS TO RECOGNIZE ACHIEVEMENT
Actually belongs to: THINGS YOU CAN BLOW
while a kiss can be a gesture of appreciation, it's not typically a formal recognition of achievement; in this context, it refers to blowing a kiss
“MEDAL”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS YOU CAN BLOW
Actually belongs to: WAYS TO RECOGNIZE ACHIEVEMENT
while a medal can be a physical object, it's not something you can blow; in this context, it refers to a award or recognition
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “KISS” didn't go with WAYS TO RECOGNIZE ACHIEVEMENT
Seems like: WAYS TO RECOGNIZE ACHIEVEMENT → Actually: THINGS YOU CAN BLOW
while a kiss can be a gesture of appreciation, it's not typically a formal recognition of achievement; in this context, it refers to blowing a kiss
Why “MEDAL” didn't go with THINGS YOU CAN BLOW
Seems like: THINGS YOU CAN BLOW → Actually: WAYS TO RECOGNIZE ACHIEVEMENT
while a medal can be a physical object, it's not something you can blow; in this context, it refers to a award or recognition