Green group — THINGS THAT COME IN "BOOKS"
Why is “COUPON” in the Green group?
a voucher or ticket that can be exchanged for a discount or gift
Connections Hints for April 28, 2026 #1051
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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
▼Purple group — SUN___
Why is “SUN DIAL” in the Purple group?
an ancient device used to indicate time by the shadow of a vertical stick or object
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (April 28, 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.
- CHECK
- Definition: a voucher or token, often found in a book of checks
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a verification or inspection
- MATCH
- Definition: a small stick used to produce fire, often found in a book of matches
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a contest or a person's equal
- BOOK
- Definition: a collection of checks, coupons, or other items
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a written or printed work
- SCREEN
- Definition: a protective or shielding device, often used to block the sun
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a display device or a filter
Connections #1051 explained
Why these words connect (April 28, 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: ENTREATY
These are all words that can be used to ask for something, including a formal appeal or a casual bid.
Green group: LAUNDRY DAY VERBS
These are all verbs that are commonly used when doing laundry, including washing, drying, and folding.
Blue group: THINGS THAT COME IN "BOOKS"
These are all things that can be found in a book, including checks, coupons, and matches.
Purple group: SUN___
These are all words that start with 'sun', including sunflower, sundial, and sunscreen.
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.
“CHECK”
Seems like it belongs to: ENTREATY
Actually belongs to: THINGS THAT COME IN "BOOKS"
while a check can be a request, it is more commonly associated with a book of checks
“CALL”
Seems like it belongs to: LAUNDRY DAY VERBS
Actually belongs to: ENTREATY
while a call can be a verb, it is more commonly associated with a request or appeal
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “CHECK” didn't go with ENTREATY
Seems like: ENTREATY → Actually: THINGS THAT COME IN "BOOKS"
while a check can be a request, it is more commonly associated with a book of checks
Why “CALL” didn't go with LAUNDRY DAY VERBS
Seems like: LAUNDRY DAY VERBS → Actually: ENTREATY
while a call can be a verb, it is more commonly associated with a request or appeal