Blue group — THINGS WITH FACES
Why is “POLYHEDRON” in the Blue group?
a three-dimensional solid object with flat faces and straight edges
Connections Hints for April 26, 2026 #1049
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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
▼Yellow group — STIPULATION
Why is “CAVEAT” in the Yellow group?
a warning or proviso, especially one that is formally stated
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (April 26, 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.
- PITCH
- Definition: the perceived highness or lowness of a sound
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a sales talk or a thrown ball
- REGISTER
- Definition: a particular part of the vocal range
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a device for recording data or a formal list
- RANGE
- Definition: the extent of a person's vocal abilities
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a series of mountains or a cooking stove
- FACE
- Definition: the front of a building or object
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person's facial expression or a social encounter
Connections #1049 explained
Why these words connect (April 26, 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: STIPULATION
These words are all related to conditions or limitations, often found in formal agreements or contracts, such as the fine print in a contract or a caveat in a warning label.
Green group: VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS
These words are all related to the characteristics of the human voice, including the pitch, range, and tone of a person's singing or speaking voice, as studied in music theory and vocal pedagogy.
Blue group: CHARACTERS IN "DICK AND JANE"
These words are all names of characters from the classic children's book series 'Dick and Jane', which was widely used to teach reading skills in the mid-20th century, featuring characters like Dick, Jane, and their family.
Purple group: THINGS WITH FACES
These words are all names of objects or structures that have a front or 'face', such as a building, a cliff, or a clock, which can be found in architecture, geography, or everyday life.
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.
“SPOT”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS WITH FACES
Actually belongs to: CHARACTERS IN "DICK AND JANE"
SPOT is a character in the 'Dick and Jane' series, but it could be mistaken for a face or a location
“CLOCK”
Seems like it belongs to: VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS
Actually belongs to: THINGS WITH FACES
a clock has a face, but it is not related to vocal characteristics
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SPOT” didn't go with THINGS WITH FACES
Seems like: THINGS WITH FACES → Actually: CHARACTERS IN "DICK AND JANE"
SPOT is a character in the 'Dick and Jane' series, but it could be mistaken for a face or a location
Why “CLOCK” didn't go with VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS
Seems like: VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS → Actually: THINGS WITH FACES
a clock has a face, but it is not related to vocal characteristics