Yellow group — STARTING WITH NAME HOMOPHONES
Why is “el niño” in the Yellow group?
a complex weather pattern that occurs when the surface temperature of the Pacific Ocean warms up more than usual
Connections Hints for May 22, 2026 #1075
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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 — PLACES WITH CONVEYOR BELTS
Why is “revolving sushi bar” in the Blue group?
a type of restaurant where sushi is served on a conveyor belt that rotates around the dining area
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (May 22, 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.
- convention
- Definition: a practice or procedure widely observed in a particular community or society
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a formal meeting or gathering
- custom
- Definition: a traditional and widely accepted way of behaving or doing something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something made or done to order
- loosey-goosey
- Definition: a phrase used to describe something or someone that is carefree or relaxed
- Why it's tricky: sounds similar to 'lose' and 'loose', which could lead to confusion
- tailor-made
- Definition: made to fit someone's needs or specifications exactly
- Why it's tricky: sounds similar to 'tailor', which could lead to confusion with the occupation
Connections #1075 explained
Why these words connect (May 22, 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: REACH BACK OUT
These are all phrases used to describe ways to reconnect or follow up with someone, often in a professional or social setting. They are all related to the idea of re-establishing communication or connection with someone.
Green group: THE WAY THINGS ARE DONE
These are all phrases used to describe traditional or widely accepted practices or ways of doing things. They are all related to the idea of social norms or conventions that govern behavior.
Blue group: PLACES WITH CONVEYOR BELTS
These are all places where conveyor belts are commonly used to transport or move objects. They are all related to the idea of efficient movement or processing of goods or people.
Purple group: STARTING WITH NAME HOMOPHONES
These are all phrases that start with words that sound like names, often used to describe a concept or idea. They are all related to the idea of wordplay or clever language.
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 in”
Seems like it belongs to: PLACES WITH CONVEYOR BELTS
Actually belongs to: REACH BACK OUT
while 'check in' can refer to checking into a hotel or airport, in this context it means to reconnect or follow up with someone
“convention”
Seems like it belongs to: REACH BACK OUT
Actually belongs to: THE WAY THINGS ARE DONE
while 'convention' can refer to a meeting or gathering, in this context it refers to a traditional or widely accepted practice
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “check in” didn't go with PLACES WITH CONVEYOR BELTS
Seems like: PLACES WITH CONVEYOR BELTS → Actually: REACH BACK OUT
while 'check in' can refer to checking into a hotel or airport, in this context it means to reconnect or follow up with someone
Why “convention” didn't go with REACH BACK OUT
Seems like: REACH BACK OUT → Actually: THE WAY THINGS ARE DONE
while 'convention' can refer to a meeting or gathering, in this context it refers to a traditional or widely accepted practice