Green group — COPACETIC
Why is “HUNKY-DORY” in the Green group?
completely satisfactory or fine
Connections Hints for June 3, 2025 #722
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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
▼Blue group — BE OSTENTATIOUS
Why is “SWAGGER” in the Blue group?
to walk or move with a confident and arrogant stride
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 3, 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.
- SWELL
- Definition: excellent or fine
- Why it's tricky: can also mean a wave or a surge
- CHARM
- Definition: a type of bracelet
- Why it's tricky: can also mean a pleasing or attractive quality
- POSTURE
- Definition: a way of standing or sitting
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person's attitude or stance on an issue
- PRACTICE
- Definition: to perform or exercise a skill
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a place where a professional works, such as a law practice
Connections #722 explained
Why these words connect (June 3, 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 OSTENTATIOUS
These words all describe ways of being overly confident or showy, often to impress others. They can be used to describe someone's behavior or attitude.
Green group: COPACETIC
These words all describe a state of being completely satisfactory or fine. They can be used to describe a situation or someone's well-being.
Blue group: KINDS OF BRACELETS
These words all describe different types of bracelets, which are pieces of jewelry worn on the wrist. They can be used to describe a person's style or fashion sense.
Purple group: THINGS YOU CAN PRACTICE
These words all describe things that can be practiced or performed, often requiring skill or training. They can be used to describe a person's career or hobby.
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.
“FINE”
Seems like it belongs to: BE OSTENTATIOUS
Actually belongs to: COPACETIC
While 'fine' can imply a sense of elegance or refinement, it actually belongs to the group of words meaning 'completely satisfactory or okay'.
“CHARM”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS YOU CAN PRACTICE
Actually belongs to: KINDS OF BRACELETS
Although 'charm' can refer to a pleasing or attractive quality, in this context it refers to a type of bracelet.
“LAW”
Seems like it belongs to: BE OSTENTATIOUS
Actually belongs to: THINGS YOU CAN PRACTICE
While 'law' can imply a sense of grandeur or importance, it actually belongs to the group of things that can be practiced as a profession.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FINE” didn't go with BE OSTENTATIOUS
Seems like: BE OSTENTATIOUS → Actually: COPACETIC
While 'fine' can imply a sense of elegance or refinement, it actually belongs to the group of words meaning 'completely satisfactory or okay'.
Why “CHARM” didn't go with THINGS YOU CAN PRACTICE
Seems like: THINGS YOU CAN PRACTICE → Actually: KINDS OF BRACELETS
Although 'charm' can refer to a pleasing or attractive quality, in this context it refers to a type of bracelet.
Why “LAW” didn't go with BE OSTENTATIOUS
Seems like: BE OSTENTATIOUS → Actually: THINGS YOU CAN PRACTICE
While 'law' can imply a sense of grandeur or importance, it actually belongs to the group of things that can be practiced as a profession.