Green group — ICONIC SOUL SINGERS
Why is “FLACK” in the Green group?
an American singer, songwriter, and musician
Connections Hints for November 5, 2025 #877
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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
▼Blue group — WEAPONS IN THE GAME CLUE
Why is “WRENCH” in the Blue group?
a tool used for tightening or loosening bolts and nuts
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 5, 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.
- BLOW
- Definition: to ruin or spoil something
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to strike or hit
- BUTCHER
- Definition: to ruin or spoil something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person who sells meat
- ROPE
- Definition: a type of cord or twine
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of climbing equipment
- KNIGHT
- Definition: a title of honor
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a piece in the game of chess
Connections #877 explained
Why these words connect (November 5, 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: MAKE A HASH OF
These words all describe ways to mess something up or make a mistake, often with unintended consequences. They can be used in various contexts, from cooking to relationships.
Green group: WEAPONS IN THE GAME CLUE
These words are all names of weapons that can be used to commit a crime in the popular board game Clue. Each one has a unique role to play in the game.
Blue group: ICONIC SOUL SINGERS
These singers are all known for their powerful, soulful voices and have made significant contributions to the music industry. They have inspired generations of musicians and fans alike.
Purple group: RAIN___
These words can all be combined with 'rain' to form a phrase or expression, often used to describe weather or emotions. They have different meanings and uses, but all share a connection to the word 'rain'.
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.
“KNIFE”
Seems like it belongs to: MAKE A HASH OF
Actually belongs to: WEAPONS IN THE GAME CLUE
while a knife can be used to spoil or ruin something, it is actually a weapon in the game Clue
“BUTCHER”
Seems like it belongs to: WEAPONS IN THE GAME CLUE
Actually belongs to: MAKE A HASH OF
while a butcher can be a person who sells meat, the word 'butcher' can also mean to ruin or spoil something
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “KNIFE” didn't go with MAKE A HASH OF
Seems like: MAKE A HASH OF → Actually: WEAPONS IN THE GAME CLUE
while a knife can be used to spoil or ruin something, it is actually a weapon in the game Clue
Why “BUTCHER” didn't go with WEAPONS IN THE GAME CLUE
Seems like: WEAPONS IN THE GAME CLUE → Actually: MAKE A HASH OF
while a butcher can be a person who sells meat, the word 'butcher' can also mean to ruin or spoil something