Issue #1113 Mon 13 Apr
Connections hints — April 13, 2026
This puzzle features a mix of straightforward and tricky groups, including some wordplay that may require a second look. It offers a satisfying challenge with no obvious overlaps.
yellow group 7 nudges
Yellow group
Standing in the queue for a highly anticipated show, the buzz of the crowd palpable.
Things associated with attending a live performance
Words that are part of a larger phrase or idiom
Members are 7–11 letters; first letters B, M, T, V.
SEEN OUTSIDE A THEATER
One is BOX OFFICE.
BOX OFFICE · MARQUEE · TICKET LINE · VELVET ROPE
green group 7 nudges
Green group
A magician dramatically pulls a rabbit from their hat, followed by a flourish of their wand.
Items used in stage magic performances
Objects that are commonly associated with a particular activity
Members are 4–12 letters; first letters C, H, M, R.
ACCESSORIES FOR A MAGICIAN
One is CAPE.
CAPE · HANDKERCHIEF · MAGIC WAND · RABBIT
blue group 7 nudges
Blue group
A detective contemplates a puzzling case, while a cowboy rides across a vast landscape.
Surnames used as TV show titles
Words that are also proper nouns referring to specific shows
Members are 5–7 letters; first letters H, L, M, S.
TV SHOW TITLE SURNAMES
One is HOUSE.
HOUSE · LASSO · MONTANA · SOPRANO
violet group 7 nudges
Violet group
A chef examines a button mushroom before placing it on a plate, while a baseball player adjusts their cap.
Things that have a cap or top
Words that have a secondary meaning referring to a top part or covering
Members are 3–15 letters; first letters B, C, M, P.
THEY HAVE CAPS
One is BASEBALL PLAYER.
BASEBALL PLAYER · CAMERA LENS · MUSHROOM · PEN