Yellow group — STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES
Why is “HERALDRY” in the Yellow group?
the study of coats of arms and family crests
Connections Hints for May 2, 2026 #1055
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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
▼Blue group — CLAIRVOYANT
Why is “TELEPATHIC” in the Blue group?
relating to the supposed ability to communicate through thought
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (May 2, 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.
- EXTRASENSORY
- Definition: beyond the range of normal senses
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings in paranormal context
- POST-IT
- Definition: adhesive note
- Why it's tricky: common word with multiple uses
- TIMES
- Definition: New York Times or multiplication tables
- Why it's tricky: ambiguous reference to newspaper or math
- STATE
- Definition: U.S. government department or condition
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings in government and general context
Connections #1055 explained
Why these words connect (May 2, 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: CLAIRVOYANT
These words are all related to the concept of clairvoyance, including extrasensory perception and psychic abilities.
Green group: STAGED PERFORMANCES
These words are all types of staged performances, including ballet, musical, opera, and play.
Blue group: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
These words are all names of U.S. cabinet departments, including Education, Interior, State, and Treasury.
Purple group: STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES
These words are all phrases or words that start with the names of newspapers, including Globe, Herald, Post, and Times.
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.
“STATE”
Seems like it belongs to: CLAIRVOYANT
Actually belongs to: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
While 'state' can refer to a mental condition, in this context it refers to the U.S. government department.
“TIMES”
Seems like it belongs to: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
Actually belongs to: STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES
The word 'times' is often associated with government or official contexts, but here it refers to the New York Times.
“PLAY”
Seems like it belongs to: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
Actually belongs to: STAGED PERFORMANCES
While 'play' can refer to recreation or a government initiative, in this context it refers to a theatrical performance.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “STATE” didn't go with CLAIRVOYANT
Seems like: CLAIRVOYANT → Actually: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
While 'state' can refer to a mental condition, in this context it refers to the U.S. government department.
Why “TIMES” didn't go with U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
Seems like: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS → Actually: STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES
The word 'times' is often associated with government or official contexts, but here it refers to the New York Times.
Why “PLAY” didn't go with U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
Seems like: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS → Actually: STAGED PERFORMANCES
While 'play' can refer to recreation or a government initiative, in this context it refers to a theatrical performance.