Purple group — SPRING ___
Why is “equinox” in the Purple group?
the time of year when day and night are equal in length
Connections Hints for June 7, 2025 #726
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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
▼Green group — DITTY
Why is “strain” in the Green group?
a type of music or a melodic phrase
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 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.
- spring
- Definition: a season or a type of coiled metal object
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and can refer to different concepts
- strain
- Definition: a type of music or a physical injury
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and can be easily confused
- launch
- Definition: to start something or a type of boat
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and can be used in different contexts
- number
- Definition: a mathematical value or a song
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and can be easily confused
Connections #726 explained
Why these words connect (June 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: TIPS FOR WORKING OUT SAFELY
These are all tips for working out safely, including staying hydrated and taking regular breaks. They are all important for maintaining physical health and preventing injuries.
Green group: ESTABLISH
These are all words related to establishing or starting something new, including founding a company or launching a product. They are all important for creating and developing new ideas.
Blue group: DITTY
These are all words related to music, including a type of song or a melodic phrase. They are all important for creating and enjoying music.
Purple group: SPRING ___
These are all words that can complete the phrase 'spring ___', including spring chicken or spring equinox. They are all important for understanding the different meanings of the word 'spring'.
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.
“spring”
Seems like it belongs to: SPRING ___
Actually belongs to: TIPS FOR WORKING OUT SAFELY
while 'spring' seems to belong to the SPRING ___ group, it can also refer to a season and be related to working out safely
“launch”
Seems like it belongs to: ESTABLISH
Actually belongs to: SPRING ___
while 'launch' seems to belong to the ESTABLISH group, it can also refer to a type of boat and be related to spring
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “spring” didn't go with SPRING ___
Seems like: SPRING ___ → Actually: TIPS FOR WORKING OUT SAFELY
while 'spring' seems to belong to the SPRING ___ group, it can also refer to a season and be related to working out safely
Why “launch” didn't go with ESTABLISH
Seems like: ESTABLISH → Actually: SPRING ___
while 'launch' seems to belong to the ESTABLISH group, it can also refer to a type of boat and be related to spring