Blue group — BLUE THINGS
Why is “LAPIS LAZULI” in the Blue group?
a deep blue mineral used as a pigment and in jewelry
Connections Hints for February 5, 2026 #969
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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 — LEES OF HOLLYWOOD
Why is “ANG” in the Purple group?
a shortened form of Angelina, as in Angelina Lee, a Hong Kong actress
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (February 5, 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.
- RAM
- Definition: to collide or strike with force
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of computer memory
- BUTT
- Definition: to collide or come into contact with
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the rear end of an object or person
- KNOCK
- Definition: to collide or strike with a loud noise
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a criticism or negative comment
- ANG
- Definition: a shortened form of Angelina, as in Angelina Lee
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a unit of measurement or a prefix
Connections #969 explained
Why these words connect (February 5, 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: CULTURAL SYMBOLS OF THE U.S.
These are all symbols that are closely associated with the United States and its culture, including the American flag, a national symbol, and baseball, a popular sport.
Green group: COLLIDE WITH
These are all verbs that describe the act of colliding or coming into contact with something or someone, including bump, butt, knock, and ram.
Blue group: BLUE THINGS
These are all things that are typically blue, including jeans, lapis lazuli, the ocean, and the sky.
Purple group: LEES OF HOLLYWOOD
These are all famous individuals with the last name Lee who have worked in the entertainment industry, including Bruce Lee, Ang Lee, Christopher Lee, and Spike Lee.
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.
“BRUCE”
Seems like it belongs to: CULTURAL SYMBOLS OF THE U.S.
Actually belongs to: LEES OF HOLLYWOOD
Bruce Lee was a famous actor and martial artist, but he is included in the LEES OF HOLLYWOOD category, not as a cultural symbol of the U.S.
“OCEAN”
Seems like it belongs to: CULTURAL SYMBOLS OF THE U.S.
Actually belongs to: BLUE THINGS
the ocean is often associated with the U.S., but it is included in the BLUE THINGS category due to its color
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BRUCE” didn't go with CULTURAL SYMBOLS OF THE U.S.
Seems like: CULTURAL SYMBOLS OF THE U.S. → Actually: LEES OF HOLLYWOOD
Bruce Lee was a famous actor and martial artist, but he is included in the LEES OF HOLLYWOOD category, not as a cultural symbol of the U.S.
Why “OCEAN” didn't go with CULTURAL SYMBOLS OF THE U.S.
Seems like: CULTURAL SYMBOLS OF THE U.S. → Actually: BLUE THINGS
the ocean is often associated with the U.S., but it is included in the BLUE THINGS category due to its color