Yellow group — PIVOTAL POINT
Why is “WATERSHED” in the Yellow group?
a point in time that marks a significant change
Connections Hints for February 26, 2026 #990
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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
▼Green group — GREEN THINGS
Why is “SHAMROCK” in the Green group?
a three-leafed plant, symbol of Ireland
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (February 26, 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.
- LANDMARK
- Definition: a significant event or point in time
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a notable building or location
- TIMING
- Definition: the delivery of a joke's elements
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the scheduling of events
- SETUP
- Definition: the introduction to a joke
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the preparation for an event
- CALLBACK
- Definition: a comedic reference to a previous joke
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a return phone call
Connections #990 explained
Why these words connect (February 26, 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: PIVOTAL POINT
These are all terms used to describe important events or turning points, such as a crossroads in life or a milestone achieved.
Green group: GREEN THINGS
These are all things that are typically green, such as a grasshopper or a shamrock, which is a symbol of Ireland.
Blue group: ELEMENTS OF JOKE-TELLING
These are all elements used in telling a joke, such as the setup, punchline, and timing, which are all crucial for comedic effect.
Purple group: "___ PLEASE"
These are all phrases used to get someone's attention, such as 'check please' or 'attention please', which are commonly used in everyday life.
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.
“STATUE OF LIBERTY”
Seems like it belongs to: PIVOTAL POINT
Actually belongs to: GREEN THINGS
while the statue is a landmark, its green color is the connection to this group
“CHECK”
Seems like it belongs to: ELEMENTS OF JOKE-TELLING
Actually belongs to: "___ PLEASE"
while a check can be a comedic setup, it's also a phrase used in the title of this group
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “STATUE OF LIBERTY” didn't go with PIVOTAL POINT
Seems like: PIVOTAL POINT → Actually: GREEN THINGS
while the statue is a landmark, its green color is the connection to this group
Why “CHECK” didn't go with ELEMENTS OF JOKE-TELLING
Seems like: ELEMENTS OF JOKE-TELLING → Actually: "___ PLEASE"
while a check can be a comedic setup, it's also a phrase used in the title of this group