Yellow group — ATTIRE
Why is “DUDS” in the Yellow group?
old or worn-out clothes, especially men's suits
Connections Hints for November 13, 2025 #885
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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 — FOAMY THINGS
Why is “FIRE EXTINGUISHER” in the Blue group?
a device for putting out fires, often producing foam
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 13, 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.
- FIT
- Definition: a state of being suitable or appropriate
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to physical exercise or a burst of laughter
- THREADS
- Definition: thin, continuous fibers used for sewing
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a series of messages or posts online
- FILTER
- Definition: a device or system for removing impurities
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a software feature for sorting or categorizing data
- POST
- Definition: a position or job, especially in an organization
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a vertical support or a message on social media
Connections #885 explained
Why these words connect (November 13, 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: ATTIRE
These are all types of clothing or ways to describe what someone is wearing, including old or worn-out clothes and a person's overall style.
Green group: FOAMY THINGS
These are all things that can produce foam, including drinks, personal care products, and natural phenomena like the sea.
Blue group: THINGS THAT USE FILTERS
These are all things that use filters to remove impurities or sort data, including household appliances, personal care products, and social media platforms.
Purple group: ___ OFFICE
These are all types of offices, including physical locations and software applications, that are associated with specific functions or organizations.
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.
“BEER”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS THAT USE FILTERS
Actually belongs to: FOAMY THINGS
beer uses filters in its brewing process, but it's actually a type of foamy drink
“INSTAGRAM”
Seems like it belongs to: FOAMY THINGS
Actually belongs to: THINGS THAT USE FILTERS
Instagram uses filters to edit photos, but it's not a type of foamy thing
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BEER” didn't go with THINGS THAT USE FILTERS
Seems like: THINGS THAT USE FILTERS → Actually: FOAMY THINGS
beer uses filters in its brewing process, but it's actually a type of foamy drink
Why “INSTAGRAM” didn't go with FOAMY THINGS
Seems like: FOAMY THINGS → Actually: THINGS THAT USE FILTERS
Instagram uses filters to edit photos, but it's not a type of foamy thing