Purple group — ASTRONOMICAL TERMS PLUS A LETTER
Why is “COMETH” in the Purple group?
a term related to a comet with a letter added, referring to a celestial object
Connections Hints for February 28, 2026 #992
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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 — ASTRONOMICAL TERMS PLUS A LETTER
Why is “NOVAK” in the Purple group?
a term related to a nova with a letter added, referring to an explosive event in space
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (February 28, 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.
- COMETH
- Definition: a term related to astronomical objects with a letter added
- Why it's tricky: its similarity to 'come' can mislead solvers
- NOVAK
- Definition: a term related to astronomical objects with a letter added
- Why it's tricky: its similarity to the surname 'Novak' can confuse solvers
- START
- Definition: a term related to astronomical objects with a letter added
- Why it's tricky: its common usage as a verb can mislead solvers
- SUNG
- Definition: a term related to astronomical objects with a letter added
- Why it's tricky: its similarity to the past tense of 'sing' can confuse solvers
Connections #992 explained
Why these words connect (February 28, 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: CRAVING
These are all words that describe a strong desire or need for something, often driving people to take action to satisfy it. They are all related to the idea of having a strong longing or yearning for something.
Green group: JOBS THAT INVOLVE TRAVELING
These are all jobs that require traveling, whether it's by air, land, or sea. They all involve moving from one place to another as part of the job duties.
Blue group: NAME HOMOPHONES
These are all words that are homophones of names, meaning they sound the same when pronounced but have different meanings. They are all related to the idea of words having multiple meanings or pronunciations.
Purple group: ASTRONOMICAL TERMS PLUS A LETTER
These are all words that are related to astronomical terms, but with an extra letter added to the end. They are all connected to the idea of celestial objects or events.
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.
“STAR”
Seems like it belongs to: ASTRONOMICAL TERMS PLUS A LETTER
Actually belongs to: None
while 'star' is an astronomical term, it doesn't fit the pattern of having a letter added
“FLIGHT”
Seems like it belongs to: JOBS THAT INVOLVE TRAVELING
Actually belongs to: None
while 'flight' is related to traveling, it's not a job title
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “STAR” didn't go with ASTRONOMICAL TERMS PLUS A LETTER
Seems like: ASTRONOMICAL TERMS PLUS A LETTER → Actually: None
while 'star' is an astronomical term, it doesn't fit the pattern of having a letter added
Why “FLIGHT” didn't go with JOBS THAT INVOLVE TRAVELING
Seems like: JOBS THAT INVOLVE TRAVELING → Actually: None
while 'flight' is related to traveling, it's not a job title