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Connections answer for August 21, 2025

Aug 21 · #802

Connections Clues and Answer for Thursday, August 21, 2025

Create four groups of four

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Common Decoys & Red Herrings

Analysis of cross-category overlap and one-away trap recovery.

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Connections group details

0 cross-group word mentions appear in the published explanations. The color order is yellow, green, blue, purple.

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Connections FAQ & Hints

How many words are on today's Connections board?

Today's Connections board has 16 words to sort into four groups of four.

What is the longest word on today's Connections board?

The longest word on today's board is "SATELLITE DISH" at 13 letters.

What was yesterday's Connections answer?

For yesterday's Connections (#801), the categories were: BLACK-AND-WHITE THINGS; PAIRS OF RODS; THINGS THAT ROTATE ABOUT A VERTICAL AXIS; RODS THAT CURVE AT ONE END.