Blue group — STARTING WITH WEATHER CONDITIONS
Why is “Mistletoe” in the Blue group?
A plant with white berries, traditionally used in Christmas decorations
Connections Hints for January 14, 2026 #947
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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 — STARTING WITH WEATHER CONDITIONS
Why is “Rainmaker” in the Blue group?
A person who brings much-needed rain to a region, or a person who generates business or revenue
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (January 14, 2026)
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.
- Firm
- Definition: Securely fixed in place
- Why it's tricky: Multiple meanings, including a business organization
- Client
- Definition: One that receives services
- Why it's tricky: Can also refer to a computer that connects to a server
- User
- Definition: One that uses or consumes something
- Why it's tricky: Can also refer to a person who uses a computer or drug
- Mistletoe
- Definition: A plant associated with Christmas traditions
- Why it's tricky: Unrelated to weather conditions, despite being in the 'STARTING WITH WEATHER CONDITIONS' group
Connections #947 explained
Why these words connect (January 14, 2026)
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: FIXED
These words all describe something that is securely in place, such as a fixed object or a stable situation. They are all related to the concept of being firm or secure.
Green group: RECEIVER OF GOODS OR SERVICES
These words all describe a person or organization that receives goods or services, such as a customer or client. They are all related to the concept of consumption or receipt.
Blue group: STARTING WITH WEATHER CONDITIONS
These words all start with a type of weather condition, such as frost or rain. They are all related to the concept of weather or climate.
Purple group: SILENT ___
These words all complete a phrase starting with 'silent', such as 'silent movie' or 'silent partner'. They are all related to the concept of quiet or stillness.
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.
“Fast”
Seems like it belongs to: RECEIVER OF GOODS OR SERVICES
Actually belongs to: FIXED
Fast can refer to a rapid pace, but in this context, it means securely fixed in place
“Client”
Seems like it belongs to: SILENT ___
Actually belongs to: RECEIVER OF GOODS OR SERVICES
Client can refer to a person or organization that receives services, but it's not related to the 'SILENT ___' group
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “Fast” didn't go with RECEIVER OF GOODS OR SERVICES
Seems like: RECEIVER OF GOODS OR SERVICES → Actually: FIXED
Fast can refer to a rapid pace, but in this context, it means securely fixed in place
Why “Client” didn't go with SILENT ___
Seems like: SILENT ___ → Actually: RECEIVER OF GOODS OR SERVICES
Client can refer to a person or organization that receives services, but it's not related to the 'SILENT ___' group