yellow group · The short answer
PERSEVERE
Each puzzle word passes the same exact test. The four mappings show how the answer works.
CARRY ON can mean to continue an activity or course of action, especially when stopping would be easier.
CONTINUE directly means to keep doing something or to maintain a course without stopping.
MAKE IT can mean to succeed, reach a goal, or endure long enough to get through a difficult situation.
PERSIST means to continue firmly or resolutely despite opposition, difficulty or a reason to stop.
Why this group was difficult
- The phrases have familiar alternate meanings
CARRY ON can describe excited or noisy behavior, while MAKE IT can refer to arriving, succeeding or attending an event. - The relationship uses several forms
CONTINUE and PERSIST are direct verbs, while CARRY ON and MAKE IT express perseverance through multiword phrases.
How to spot this pattern next time
Start with the most direct perseverance verbs, CONTINUE and PERSIST, then test whether CARRY ON and MAKE IT share the same broader idea.
When a phrase has several everyday meanings, compare the group as a whole and prefer the interpretation that gives all four words one clean relationship.
Four useful facts behind the group
- PERSEVERE is the official yellow category in this verified puzzle.
- CONTINUE describes maintaining an action, condition or course without interruption.
- PERSIST emphasizes continuing firmly despite opposition or difficulty.
- MAKE IT can describe succeeding or enduring through a demanding situation.
Questions players ask
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What is the yellow group in Connections on August 13, 2026?
The yellow group is PERSEVERE: CARRY ON, CONTINUE, MAKE IT and PERSIST.
Why is MAKE IT in the PERSEVERE group?
MAKE IT can mean succeeding or managing to endure, so it fits the puzzle's perseverance relationship.
How do I spot the PERSEVERE pattern?
Look for verbs and phrases that mean continuing, succeeding or enduring despite a challenge.