Issue #1137 Wed 29 Apr
Connections hints — April 29, 2026
This puzzle features four distinct groups, each requiring a different approach to resolve. Keep an eye out for potential overlaps, as some terms may seem to fit in more than one category at first glance.
yellow group 7 nudges
Yellow group
Moving through the sequential parts of a lengthy project.
Project management terminology
Synonyms
Members are 5 letters each; first letters L, P, R, S.
STEP IN A PROCESS
One is LEVEL.
LEVEL · PHASE · ROUND · STAGE
green group 7 nudges
Green group
The low-frequency vibration felt in the chest during a storm.
Auditory perception
Onomatopoeic synonyms
Members are 4–6 letters; first letters B, C, R.
SOUND LIKE THUNDER
One is BOOM.
BOOM · CLAP · ROLL · RUMBLE
blue group 7 nudges
Blue group
A performance given behind a backlit screen or using one's fingers.
Performing arts
Examples of one named set
Members are 4–6 letters; first letters H, S.
KINDS OF PUPPETS
One is HAND.
HAND · SHADOW · SOCK · STRING
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Violet group
A phrase that precedes words like ovation or room.
Linguistic patterns
Each fills the same blank
Members are 4–7 letters; first letters J, O, R.
STANDING ___
One is JOKE.
JOKE · ORDERS · OVATION · ROOM