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: a musical term referring to the perceived highness or lowness of a sound
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a sales pitch or a sports field
- RANGE
- Definition: the scope of notes a singer can produce
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a mountain range or a cooking stove
- REGISTER
- Definition: a specific part of the vocal range
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a cash register or a formal registration process
- FACE
- Definition: the front of an object, especially when it has features like a human face
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a social expression or a surface
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 are all terms that specify conditions or requirements, often used in formal agreements or documents, such as the fine print in a contract or a caveat in a warning label.
Green group: VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS
These are all terms that describe the human voice, including its pitch, range, and tone, which are all important aspects of vocal characteristics, such as those used in music or public speaking.
Blue group: CHARACTERS IN "DICK AND JANE"
These are all main characters from the classic children's book series 'Dick and Jane', which was widely used to teach reading skills, featuring characters like Dick, Jane, and their family, including Mother.
Purple group: THINGS WITH FACES
These are all objects that have a face or a front surface, such as a building, a cliff, or a clock, which all have distinct features that can be considered a 'face', including a clock face or a building facade.
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.
“CLOCK”
Seems like it belongs to: VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS
Actually belongs to: THINGS WITH FACES
while a clock has a face, it doesn't relate to vocal characteristics; it's a thing with a face
“REGISTER”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS WITH FACES
Actually belongs to: VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS
while a register can refer to a cash register, in this context it refers to a vocal register
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “CLOCK” didn't go with VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS
Seems like: VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS → Actually: THINGS WITH FACES
while a clock has a face, it doesn't relate to vocal characteristics; it's a thing with a face
Why “REGISTER” didn't go with THINGS WITH FACES
Seems like: THINGS WITH FACES → Actually: VOCAL CHARACTERISTICS
while a register can refer to a cash register, in this context it refers to a vocal register