Purple group — SNOUTS
Why is “PROBOSCIS” in the Purple group?
a long, flexible nose or snout, especially of an elephant
Connections Hints for December 4, 2025 #906
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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 — SNOUTS
Why is “ROSTRUM” in the Purple group?
a beak-like snout, especially of a bird or a ship's bow
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (December 4, 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.
- MODEL
- Definition: a miniature representation of something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person who models clothing
- DRAW CLOSE
- Definition: to move nearer to someone or something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to drawing or sketching something
- NUZZLE
- Definition: to rub or push one's nose or face against something
- Why it's tricky: similar to 'snout' but has different connotations
- PROBOSCIS
- Definition: a long, flexible nose or snout, especially of an elephant
- Why it's tricky: an obscure word that may be unfamiliar to many solvers
Connections #906 explained
Why these words connect (December 4, 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: CUDDLE
These words all describe ways to show physical affection or closeness to someone or something, often in a gentle or intimate manner.
Green group: IMBIBE
These words all describe actions of consuming liquids, often in a rapid or excessive manner, such as drinking alcohol or other beverages.
Blue group: THINGS YOU ASSEMBLE
These words all describe objects or structures that require assembly or construction, often using instructions or multiple parts.
Purple group: SNOUTS
These words all describe nose-like features or protrusions, often found on animals or objects, such as beaks or snouts.
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.
“MODEL”
Seems like it belongs to: CUDDLE
Actually belongs to: THINGS YOU ASSEMBLE
while models can be assembled, the word 'model' itself seems like it could fit with cuddly or intimate things
“NUZZLE”
Seems like it belongs to: SNOUTS
Actually belongs to: CUDDLE
nuzzling is an action that involves the nose or face, but it's more closely related to cuddling or affection
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MODEL” didn't go with CUDDLE
Seems like: CUDDLE → Actually: THINGS YOU ASSEMBLE
while models can be assembled, the word 'model' itself seems like it could fit with cuddly or intimate things
Why “NUZZLE” didn't go with SNOUTS
Seems like: SNOUTS → Actually: CUDDLE
nuzzling is an action that involves the nose or face, but it's more closely related to cuddling or affection