Green group — FEATURES OF A CATWOMAN COSTUME
Why is “BODYSUIT” in the Green group?
a tight-fitting garment covering the body
Connections Hints for April 16, 2026 #1039
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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 — FEATURES OF A CATWOMAN COSTUME
Why is “WHIP” in the Green group?
a long, flexible cord or lash used for punishment or control
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (April 16, 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.
- RIDE
- Definition: a journey on a vehicle or animal
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a carnival attraction
- FAN
- Definition: a device for creating a current of air
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to an enthusiastic supporter
- MASK
- Definition: a covering for the face
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a disguise or concealment
- TRAINING
- Definition: the act of teaching or learning
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a specific type of exercise or preparation
Connections #1039 explained
Why these words connect (April 16, 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: TEASE
These words are all related to teasing or provoking someone, whether through playful banter or more serious forms of harassment.
Green group: THERMOSTAT SETTINGS
These words are all related to settings on a thermostat, used to control the temperature in a building or room.
Blue group: FEATURES OF A CATWOMAN COSTUME
These words are all related to features of Catwoman's costume, as depicted in various comic books, movies, and TV shows.
Purple group: TRAINING ___
These words are all related to types of training or preparation, whether physical, mental, or emotional.
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.
“NEEDLE”
Seems like it belongs to: FEATURES OF A CATWOMAN COSTUME
Actually belongs to: TEASE
while Catwoman is known for her sharp claws, a needle is not a typical part of her costume
“FAN”
Seems like it belongs to: TEASE
Actually belongs to: THERMOSTAT SETTINGS
while a fan can be used to tease or flirt, in this context it refers to a device for creating a current of air
“MASK”
Seems like it belongs to: TEASE
Actually belongs to: FEATURES OF A CATWOMAN COSTUME
while a mask can be used to tease or conceal, in this context it refers to a specific part of Catwoman's costume
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “NEEDLE” didn't go with FEATURES OF A CATWOMAN COSTUME
Seems like: FEATURES OF A CATWOMAN COSTUME → Actually: TEASE
while Catwoman is known for her sharp claws, a needle is not a typical part of her costume
Why “FAN” didn't go with TEASE
Seems like: TEASE → Actually: THERMOSTAT SETTINGS
while a fan can be used to tease or flirt, in this context it refers to a device for creating a current of air
Why “MASK” didn't go with TEASE
Seems like: TEASE → Actually: FEATURES OF A CATWOMAN COSTUME
while a mask can be used to tease or conceal, in this context it refers to a specific part of Catwoman's costume