Green group — COASTAL LANDFORMS
Why is “SPIT” in the Green group?
a narrow piece of land extending into the sea
Connections Hints for April 4, 2026 #1027
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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 — COASTAL LANDFORMS
Why is “BLUFF” in the Green group?
a steep slope or cliff, especially by the sea
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (April 4, 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.
- COVER
- Definition: something that conceals or protects
- Why it's tricky: can refer to a wide range of objects or actions
- SCREEN
- Definition: a surface for displaying images
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a filter or a partition
- POINT
- Definition: a sharp or tapering end
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a location or a purpose
- MASK
- Definition: a covering for the face
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a disguise or a false appearance
Connections #1027 explained
Why these words connect (April 4, 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: "LET SLEEPING DOGS LIE"
These words form a common English idiom, often used to advise against stirring up trouble or controversy. The phrase is thought to have originated from the idea that it's best to leave sleeping dogs alone, as they may become aggressive if awakened.
Green group: OBSCURE
These words all relate to things that conceal or protect, such as a mask, a shield, or a screen. They can be used to hide or disguise something, or to provide protection from harm.
Blue group: COASTAL LANDFORMS
These words all describe different types of coastal landforms, such as a bluff, a cape, or a spit. They are all features that can be found along the coast, and are often shaped by the action of the sea.
Purple group: ___ CAMP
These words all describe different types of camps, such as a band camp, a boot camp, or a summer camp. They are all places where people can go to learn new skills, or to participate in activities.
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.
“COVER”
Seems like it belongs to: COASTAL LANDFORMS
Actually belongs to: OBSCURE
COVER seems like a coastal landform, but it actually refers to something that conceals or protects
“SCREEN”
Seems like it belongs to: COASTAL LANDFORMS
Actually belongs to: OBSCURE
SCREEN seems like a coastal landform, but it actually refers to a surface for displaying images
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “COVER” didn't go with COASTAL LANDFORMS
Seems like: COASTAL LANDFORMS → Actually: OBSCURE
COVER seems like a coastal landform, but it actually refers to something that conceals or protects
Why “SCREEN” didn't go with COASTAL LANDFORMS
Seems like: COASTAL LANDFORMS → Actually: OBSCURE
SCREEN seems like a coastal landform, but it actually refers to a surface for displaying images