Green group — RETRO DANCE CRAZES
Why is “MASHED POTATO” in the Green group?
a 1960s dance craze characterized by a series of quick steps
Connections Hints for March 29, 2026 #1021
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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
▼Yellow group — IMAGES SEEN ON THE STREET
Why is “STENCIL” in the Yellow group?
a template used to create repetitive designs, often seen in street art
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (March 29, 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.
- STENCIL
- Definition: a template for creating repetitive designs
- Why it's tricky: its connection to street art is not immediately obvious
- CORPS
- Definition: a group of people, especially in a military context
- Why it's tricky: its pronunciation is similar to 'core', which could lead to confusion
- COUP
- Definition: a sudden and decisive change in government
- Why it's tricky: its meaning is not widely known outside of politics
- RECEIPT
- Definition: a document confirming a transaction
- Why it's tricky: its connection to the 'SILENT P' category is not immediately clear
Connections #1021 explained
Why these words connect (March 29, 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: IMAGES SEEN ON THE STREET
These are all types of visual art commonly found in public spaces, often created by local artists or as forms of self-expression.
Green group: RETRO DANCE CRAZES
These are all popular dance moves from the 1960s and 1970s, often performed to disco or funk music, including the iconic Hustle and Twist.
Blue group: SILENT "P"
These are all words that begin with the letter 'P', but are pronounced without the 'p' sound, including 'corps' and 'psycho'.
Purple group: ___ MARK
These are all phrases that include a blank space, often used to describe a specific concept or idea, such as a 'beauty mark' or a 'question mark'.
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.
“POSTER”
Seems like it belongs to: RETRO DANCE CRAZES
Actually belongs to: IMAGES SEEN ON THE STREET
while posters may advertise dance events, they are not a type of dance craze themselves
“ROBOT”
Seems like it belongs to: IMAGES SEEN ON THE STREET
Actually belongs to: RETRO DANCE CRAZES
the robot is a dance move, not a type of street art
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “POSTER” didn't go with RETRO DANCE CRAZES
Seems like: RETRO DANCE CRAZES → Actually: IMAGES SEEN ON THE STREET
while posters may advertise dance events, they are not a type of dance craze themselves
Why “ROBOT” didn't go with IMAGES SEEN ON THE STREET
Seems like: IMAGES SEEN ON THE STREET → Actually: RETRO DANCE CRAZES
the robot is a dance move, not a type of street art