Purple group — ___ DOLL
Why is “RAG” in the Purple group?
a type of doll made from cloth or rag material
Connections Hints for April 12, 2026 #1035
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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 — ___ DOLL
Why is “RUSSIAN” in the Purple group?
referring to a type of doll originating from Russia, also known as a matryoshka doll
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (April 12, 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.
- CAST
- Definition: to throw or direct something, such as an actor in a role
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of mold or a group of actors
- PROJECT
- Definition: to extend or protrude something, such as an image or a plan
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a task or undertaking
- RADIATE
- Definition: to emit or send out energy, such as heat or light
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a feeling of happiness or warmth
- STANCE
- Definition: a person's posture or position, especially when deliberate
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person's attitude or opinion
Connections #1035 explained
Why these words connect (April 12, 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: PANTS FEATURES
These are all features or components of pants, including the belt loop, cuff, fly, and pocket. They are all functional or design elements that can be found on a pair of pants.
Green group: PERSPECTIVE
These are all words related to perspective or point of view, including angle, position, stance, and take. They all refer to the way something is seen or perceived.
Blue group: EMIT
These are all words related to the act of emitting or sending out something, including cast, project, radiate, and shed. They all refer to the act of releasing or transmitting energy, light, or sound.
Purple group: ___ DOLL
These are all types of dolls, including paper, rag, Russian, and troll dolls. They are all names of specific types of dolls that are known for their unique characteristics or origins.
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.
“TAKE”
Seems like it belongs to: PANTS FEATURES
Actually belongs to: PERSPECTIVE
while 'take' can refer to the act of grabbing or holding something, in this context it refers to a perspective or viewpoint
“POSITION”
Seems like it belongs to: PANTS FEATURES
Actually belongs to: PERSPECTIVE
while 'position' can refer to the location or placement of something, in this context it refers to a perspective or point of view
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “TAKE” didn't go with PANTS FEATURES
Seems like: PANTS FEATURES → Actually: PERSPECTIVE
while 'take' can refer to the act of grabbing or holding something, in this context it refers to a perspective or viewpoint
Why “POSITION” didn't go with PANTS FEATURES
Seems like: PANTS FEATURES → Actually: PERSPECTIVE
while 'position' can refer to the location or placement of something, in this context it refers to a perspective or point of view