Blue group — BALDERDASH
Why is “BILGE” in the Blue group?
nonsense or foolish talk
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 or a homeless person
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: also a part of a bicycle or horse
- WALTZ
- Definition: a type of dance
- Why it's tricky: also a verb meaning to walk or move easily
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 leisurely or casual ways of walking or moving, often in a relaxed or enjoyable manner.
Green group: BALDERDASH
These words all refer to nonsense or foolish talk, often used to describe something that is untrue or misleading.
Blue group: KINDS OF BAGS
These words all describe different types of bags or purses, often used for carrying personal items.
Purple group: STARTS OF ONE-WORD JAMES BOND MOVIE TITLES
These words all start James Bond movie titles, often referring to a specific film or character.
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: KINDS OF BAGS
Actually belongs to: BALDERDASH
Bull can refer to a type of bag, but in this context, it means nonsense
“MOON”
Seems like it belongs to: KINDS OF BAGS
Actually belongs to: STARTS OF ONE-WORD JAMES BOND MOVIE TITLES
Moon can be a type of bag, but in this context, it's 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 KINDS OF BAGS
Seems like: KINDS OF BAGS → Actually: BALDERDASH
Bull can refer to a type of bag, but in this context, it means nonsense
Why “MOON” didn't go with KINDS OF BAGS
Seems like: KINDS OF BAGS → Actually: STARTS OF ONE-WORD JAMES BOND MOVIE TITLES
Moon can be a type of bag, but in this context, it's a James Bond movie title