Blue group — THINGS WITH A LOT OF PIECES
Why is “LITE-BRITE” in the Blue group?
a toy consisting of a grid of lights that can be arranged to form images, often used for creative play
Connections Hints for November 3, 2025 #875
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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
▼Purple group — ENDING WITH ANIMALS
Why is “SEA MONKEY” in the Purple group?
a type of brine shrimp, often sold as a novelty pet, known for its ability to thrive in harsh environments
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 3, 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.
- LITE-BRITE
- Definition: a toy consisting of a grid of lights that can be arranged to form images
- Why it's tricky: its name sounds like it could be related to brightness or light, but it's actually a toy
- DARK HORSE
- Definition: an unexpected winner or competitor
- Why it's tricky: its name could imply it's related to the color black, but it's actually an idiomatic expression
- FUNKY CHICKEN
- Definition: a dance move or a type of music
- Why it's tricky: its name could imply it's related to a type of chicken, but it's actually a cultural reference
- SEA MONKEY
- Definition: a type of brine shrimp, often sold as a novelty pet
- Why it's tricky: its name could imply it's a type of monkey, but it's actually a type of small crustacean
Connections #875 explained
Why these words connect (November 3, 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: THINGS THAT ARE RED
These are all objects that are typically red in color, including a clown's nose, a fire engine, and a stop sign. They are all recognizable by their bright red hue.
Green group: THINGS FILLED WITH AIR
These are all objects that are filled with air, including balloons, bouncy castles, and water wings. They are all used for recreational or playful purposes.
Blue group: THINGS WITH A LOT OF PIECES
These are all objects that consist of many pieces, including jigsaw puzzles, Lego sets, and pick-up sticks. They are all used for entertainment or recreational purposes.
Purple group: ENDING WITH ANIMALS
These are all phrases or words that end with an animal, including 'dark horse', 'funky chicken', and 'sea monkey'. They are all used to describe something that is unexpected or unusual.
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.
“FIRE ENGINE”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS WITH A LOT OF PIECES
Actually belongs to: THINGS THAT ARE RED
while a fire engine has many parts, it's primarily red in color, which is why it belongs to the 'THINGS THAT ARE RED' group
“JUMBO SHRIMP”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS THAT ARE RED
Actually belongs to: ENDING WITH ANIMALS
while shrimp can be red, 'JUMBO SHRIMP' is a phrase that ends with an animal, which is why it belongs to the 'ENDING WITH ANIMALS' group
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FIRE ENGINE” didn't go with THINGS WITH A LOT OF PIECES
Seems like: THINGS WITH A LOT OF PIECES → Actually: THINGS THAT ARE RED
while a fire engine has many parts, it's primarily red in color, which is why it belongs to the 'THINGS THAT ARE RED' group
Why “JUMBO SHRIMP” didn't go with THINGS THAT ARE RED
Seems like: THINGS THAT ARE RED → Actually: ENDING WITH ANIMALS
while shrimp can be red, 'JUMBO SHRIMP' is a phrase that ends with an animal, which is why it belongs to the 'ENDING WITH ANIMALS' group