Purple group — ___ FUND
Why is “SLUSH” in the Purple group?
a type of fund, often used for discretionary spending
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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
▼Yellow group — LOCAL WATERING HOLE
Why is “HAUNT” in the Yellow group?
a place frequently visited, often used to describe a favorite bar or restaurant
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 1, 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.
- DIVE
- Definition: a type of bar or nightclub
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of jump or plunge
- RIDE
- Definition: to ride a horse, as in equestrian sports
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a form of transportation or a ride at an amusement park
- FENCE
- Definition: a sport in the modern pentathlon
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a barrier or enclosure
- LOCK
- Definition: to secure or guarantee something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a device for securing doors or a hairstyle
Connections #720 explained
Why these words connect (June 1, 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: LOCAL WATERING HOLE
These are all words that can be used to describe a bar or restaurant, often informally or colloquially. They are all related to the idea of a place where people gather to socialize and have a drink.
Green group: COMPETE IN A MODERN PENTATHLON
These are all sports that are part of the modern pentathlon, a multi-discipline athletic competition. They are all related to the idea of competing in a challenging and varied set of physical activities.
Blue group: ENSURE, AS A VICTORY
These are all words that can be used to describe the act of securing or guaranteeing a victory, often in a competitive or athletic context. They are all related to the idea of making sure something happens or is achieved.
Purple group: ___ FUND
These are all words that can be used to describe types of investment funds, often used in finance or business. They are all related to the idea of investing or managing money.
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.
“RIDE”
Seems like it belongs to: LOCAL WATERING HOLE
Actually belongs to: COMPETE IN A MODERN PENTATHLON
RIDE seems like it could be a type of establishment, but it's actually a sport in the modern pentathlon
“LOCK”
Seems like it belongs to: COMPETE IN A MODERN PENTATHLON
Actually belongs to: ENSURE, AS A VICTORY
LOCK seems like it could be a type of fence or barrier, but it's actually a way to secure or guarantee something
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “RIDE” didn't go with LOCAL WATERING HOLE
Seems like: LOCAL WATERING HOLE → Actually: COMPETE IN A MODERN PENTATHLON
RIDE seems like it could be a type of establishment, but it's actually a sport in the modern pentathlon
Why “LOCK” didn't go with COMPETE IN A MODERN PENTATHLON
Seems like: COMPETE IN A MODERN PENTATHLON → Actually: ENSURE, AS A VICTORY
LOCK seems like it could be a type of fence or barrier, but it's actually a way to secure or guarantee something