Yellow group — STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES
Why is “HERALDRY” in the Yellow group?
the study of coats of arms and family crests, referencing the Herald newspaper
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 alone
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, including paranormal and scientific contexts
- POST-IT
- Definition: adhesive note, also referencing a newspaper name
- Why it's tricky: commonly known as a stationery item, but also a wordplay on 'post' as in newspaper
- TIMES
- Definition: reference to the New York Times, also a mathematical operation
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, including a newspaper title and a mathematical concept
- STATE
- Definition: a condition or status, also a U.S. government department
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, including a government department and a general term
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 supernatural or paranormal abilities, including extrasensory perception and telepathy.
Green group: STAGED PERFORMANCES
These words are all types of staged performances, including ballet, musical, and opera.
Blue group: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
These words are all U.S. government departments, including the Department of Education and the Department of State.
Purple group: STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES
These words are all phrases that start with the name of a newspaper, including the Globe and the Herald.
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: STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES
Actually belongs to: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
while 'state' can refer to a condition, in this context it's a 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 time, but in this context it references the New York Times newspaper
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 STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES
Seems like: STARTING WITH NEWSPAPER NAMES → Actually: U.S. CABINET DEPARTMENTS
while 'state' can refer to a condition, in this context it's a 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 time, but in this context it references the New York Times newspaper