Yellow group — THINGS WORN ON LAPELS
Why is “LAVALIER” in the Yellow group?
A type of decorative pendant or brooch
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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
▼Yellow group — THINGS WORN ON LAPELS
Why is “BOUTONNIÈRE” in the Yellow group?
A flower or floral decoration worn in a buttonhole
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 21, 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.
- BOUTONNIÈRE
- Definition: A flower or floral decoration worn in a buttonhole
- Why it's tricky: Uncommon word with multiple possible meanings
- LAVALIER
- Definition: A type of microphone or a decorative pendant
- Why it's tricky: Multiple possible meanings and uses
- SCARF
- Definition: To eat hastily or greedily
- Why it's tricky: Different from the common meaning of a piece of fabric
- RACECAR
- Definition: The protagonist from the Pixar movie Cars
- Why it's tricky: Could be mistaken for a general term
Connections #893 explained
Why these words connect (November 21, 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 WORN ON LAPELS
These are all types of items that people wear on their lapels, often for decorative or symbolic purposes, such as awareness ribbons or boutonnières
Green group: COCKTAILS
These are all names of well-known cocktails, such as the Cosmopolitan or the Greyhound, which are often served in bars and restaurants
Blue group: PIXAR PROTAGONISTS
These are all main characters from Pixar movies, such as the clownfish from Finding Nemo or the racecar from Cars, which have become iconic and beloved by audiences
Purple group: STARTING WITH SYNONYMS FOR "EAT"
These are all words that start with synonyms for 'eat', such as 'bolt' or 'chow', which can be used as verbs or nouns
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.
“SCREWDRIVER”
Seems like it belongs to: STARTING WITH SYNONYMS FOR "EAT"
Actually belongs to: COCKTAILS
Although 'screw' can mean to eat quickly, a screwdriver is a type of cocktail
“RACECAR”
Seems like it belongs to: COCKTAILS
Actually belongs to: PIXAR PROTAGONISTS
Although it sounds like a type of drink, it's actually the protagonist from the Pixar movie Cars
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SCREWDRIVER” didn't go with STARTING WITH SYNONYMS FOR "EAT"
Seems like: STARTING WITH SYNONYMS FOR "EAT" → Actually: COCKTAILS
Although 'screw' can mean to eat quickly, a screwdriver is a type of cocktail
Why “RACECAR” didn't go with COCKTAILS
Seems like: COCKTAILS → Actually: PIXAR PROTAGONISTS
Although it sounds like a type of drink, it's actually the protagonist from the Pixar movie Cars