Blue group — BALDERDASH
Why is “BILGE” in the Blue group?
nonsense or foolish talk, also the lowest compartment of a ship's hull
Connections Hints for April 21, 2026 #1044
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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 — KINDS OF BAGS
Why is “HOBO” in the Green group?
a type of bag, also a migrant worker
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (April 21, 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.
- BREEZE
- Definition: a gentle wind
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to an easy task
- MOON
- Definition: the natural satellite of Earth
- Why it's tricky: also a James Bond movie title
- SADDLE
- Definition: a type of bag
- Why it's tricky: more commonly refers to a horse riding seat
- STROLL
- Definition: to walk in a leisurely way
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a casual, relaxed pace
Connections #1044 explained
Why these words connect (April 21, 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: AMBLE (IN)
These words all describe ways of walking or moving at a relaxed pace, often in a casual or leisurely manner, such as taking a stroll or going for a breeze.
Green group: BALDERDASH
These words all refer to nonsense or foolish talk, such as baloney or bunk, often used to describe something that is untrue or misleading.
Blue group: KINDS OF BAGS
These words all describe different types of bags, such as a crossbody or a hobo bag, often used for carrying personal items.
Purple group: STARTS OF ONE-WORD JAMES BOND MOVIE TITLES
These words all start James Bond movie titles, such as Goldfinger or Moonraker, often referencing a key element of the film's plot or theme.
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.
“BULL”
Seems like it belongs to: AMBLE (IN)
Actually belongs to: BALDERDASH
Bull can mean nonsense, but also a type of male cattle, which might make one think of animal-related words
“MOON”
Seems like it belongs to: KINDS OF BAGS
Actually belongs to: STARTS OF ONE-WORD JAMES BOND MOVIE TITLES
Moon might seem like a type of bag, but it's actually a James Bond movie title
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BULL” didn't go with AMBLE (IN)
Seems like: AMBLE (IN) → Actually: BALDERDASH
Bull can mean nonsense, but also a type of male cattle, which might make one think of animal-related words
Why “MOON” didn't go with KINDS OF BAGS
Seems like: KINDS OF BAGS → Actually: STARTS OF ONE-WORD JAMES BOND MOVIE TITLES
Moon might seem like a type of bag, but it's actually a James Bond movie title