Green group — THINGS MADE OF RUBBER
Why is “GALOSH” in the Green group?
a waterproof overshoe, typically made of rubber
Connections Hints for February 7, 2025 #606
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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
▼Purple group — RED ___
Why is “VELVET” in the Purple group?
a soft, smooth fabric with a thick pile
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (February 7, 2025)
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.
- RUN
- Definition: to be in charge of or manage something
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to move quickly or operate a machine
- HEAD
- Definition: a person in charge
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the upper part of the body
- LEAD
- Definition: to guide or direct
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a heavy, bluish-white metal
- BLUE
- Definition: associated with the genie in 'Aladdin'
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a color or a feeling of sadness
Connections #606 explained
Why these words connect (February 7, 2025)
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: BE IN CHARGE OF
These words are all synonyms for being in charge or managing something, such as a project or a team. They can be used in different contexts, such as business or leadership.
Green group: THINGS MADE OF RUBBER
These words are all objects that are typically made from rubber, such as toys, household items, or vehicle parts. They are all related to the material rubber.
Blue group: ASSOCIATED WITH THE GENIE IN “ALADDIN”
These words are all associated with the genie in the Disney movie Aladdin, such as the genie's appearance, the magic lamp, or the wishes granted. They are all connected to the story of Aladdin.
Purple group: RED ___
These words are all phrases that start with the color red, such as a type of animal, a symbol, or a type of food. They are all connected by the prefix 'red'.
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.
“RED”
Seems like it belongs to: RED ___
Actually belongs to: None, it's a prefix
The word 'RED' seems like it belongs to the 'RED ___' group, but it's actually a prefix that can be combined with many words.
“LAMP”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS MADE OF RUBBER
Actually belongs to: ASSOCIATED WITH THE GENIE IN “ALADDIN”
The word 'LAMP' might seem like it belongs to the 'THINGS MADE OF RUBBER' group because some lamps have rubber parts, but it actually belongs to the 'ASSOCIATED WITH THE GENIE IN “ALADDIN”' group because of the magic lamp in the story.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “RED” didn't go with RED ___
Seems like: RED ___ → Actually: None, it's a prefix
The word 'RED' seems like it belongs to the 'RED ___' group, but it's actually a prefix that can be combined with many words.
Why “LAMP” didn't go with THINGS MADE OF RUBBER
Seems like: THINGS MADE OF RUBBER → Actually: ASSOCIATED WITH THE GENIE IN “ALADDIN”
The word 'LAMP' might seem like it belongs to the 'THINGS MADE OF RUBBER' group because some lamps have rubber parts, but it actually belongs to the 'ASSOCIATED WITH THE GENIE IN “ALADDIN”' group because of the magic lamp in the story.