Green group — BODY PARTS SURROUNDED BY TWO LETTERS
Why is “SHANDY” in the Green group?
a type of beer cocktail, also a word with a body part (hand) surrounded by two letters
Connections Hints for May 11, 2026 #1064
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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
▼Green group — BODY PARTS SURROUNDED BY TWO LETTERS
Why is “ELEGY” in the Green group?
a type of poem or song, also a word with a body part (leg) surrounded by two letters
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (May 11, 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.
- RHYME
- Definition: a type of scheme or plan, not just a poetic device
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, often associated with poetry
- STEAL
- Definition: to move stealthily, not just to take something
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, often associated with theft
- KEYED
- Definition: having a body part surrounded by two letters, not just being locked or unlocked
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, often associated with locks or music
- COLOR
- Definition: a type of scheme, not just a hue or pigment
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, often associated with art or design
Connections #1064 explained
Why these words connect (May 11, 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: MOVE STEALTHILY, WITH "IN"
These words all describe ways to move stealthily or secretly, often with the prefix 'in'.
Green group: KINDS OF SCHEMES
These words all describe different types of schemes or plans, often with negative connotations.
Blue group: DETECTIVE MOVIES
These words all describe famous detective movies, often with complex plots and twists.
Purple group: BODY PARTS SURROUNDED BY TWO LETTERS
These words all have body parts surrounded by two letters, often requiring careful examination to notice.
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.
“RHYME”
Seems like it belongs to: DETECTIVE MOVIES
Actually belongs to: KINDS OF SCHEMES
RHYME seems like a movie title, but it's actually a type of scheme, often associated with poetry or music.
“KEYED”
Seems like it belongs to: MOVE STEALTHILY, WITH "IN"
Actually belongs to: BODY PARTS SURROUNDED BY TWO LETTERS
KEYED seems like a verb meaning to move stealthily, but it's actually a word with a body part (key) surrounded by two letters.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “RHYME” didn't go with DETECTIVE MOVIES
Seems like: DETECTIVE MOVIES → Actually: KINDS OF SCHEMES
RHYME seems like a movie title, but it's actually a type of scheme, often associated with poetry or music.
Why “KEYED” didn't go with MOVE STEALTHILY, WITH "IN"
Seems like: MOVE STEALTHILY, WITH "IN" → Actually: BODY PARTS SURROUNDED BY TWO LETTERS
KEYED seems like a verb meaning to move stealthily, but it's actually a word with a body part (key) surrounded by two letters.