Green group — ANIMAL HOMES
Why is “WARREN” in the Green group?
a complex network of underground burrows and tunnels where rabbits live
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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 — SECOND WORDS IN TITLES OF ABBA HITS
Why is “TROUPER” in the Blue group?
a person who works in the entertainment industry, especially an actor or musician
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 23, 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.
- LOOSE
- Definition: not strict or severe
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something that is not tightly fastened
- WARREN
- Definition: a network of rabbit burrows
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person's surname, such as Elizabeth Warren
- DEN
- Definition: a small cave or hollow
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a room in a house, especially one used for relaxation
- LODGE
- Definition: a small house or cabin, especially in a rural area
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a building where people stay, such as a ski lodge
Connections #895 explained
Why these words connect (November 23, 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: LENIENT
These words all describe something that is permissive or tolerant, often in a way that is considered excessive or lax.
Green group: ANIMAL HOMES
These words all describe different types of homes or shelters that animals use for protection and safety, such as burrows, dens, and lodges.
Blue group: OLIVER STONE MOVIES
These words are all titles of films directed by Oliver Stone, a renowned American film director known for his provocative and often controversial movies.
Purple group: SECOND WORDS IN TITLES OF ABBA HITS
These words are all the second word in the title of a hit song by the Swedish pop group ABBA, known for their catchy and memorable melodies.
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.
“LOOSE”
Seems like it belongs to: LENIENT
Actually belongs to: ANIMAL HOMES
while 'loose' can describe something that is not strict, it can also describe an animal that is not confined, making it a potential fit for the 'ANIMAL HOMES' category
“DEN”
Seems like it belongs to: OLIVER STONE MOVIES
Actually belongs to: ANIMAL HOMES
while 'den' can refer to a room in a house, it is also a type of animal home, making it a better fit for the 'ANIMAL HOMES' category
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “LOOSE” didn't go with LENIENT
Seems like: LENIENT → Actually: ANIMAL HOMES
while 'loose' can describe something that is not strict, it can also describe an animal that is not confined, making it a potential fit for the 'ANIMAL HOMES' category
Why “DEN” didn't go with OLIVER STONE MOVIES
Seems like: OLIVER STONE MOVIES → Actually: ANIMAL HOMES
while 'den' can refer to a room in a house, it is also a type of animal home, making it a better fit for the 'ANIMAL HOMES' category