Blue group — EXPRESSIONLESS
Why is “inanimate” in the Blue group?
lacking the quality of life or the ability to move
Connections Hints for June 16, 2025 #735
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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 — STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION
Why is “shipshape” in the Purple group?
in good order or condition, originating from nautical terminology
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 16, 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.
- flat
- Definition: lacking emotion or interest
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of residence or a musical term
- carbon
- Definition: a chemical element, but also related to carbon-based transportation methods
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a copy or a chemical element
- rod
- Definition: a straight, thin, rigid piece of metal or wood
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a unit of measurement or a fishing rod
- shipshape
- Definition: in good order or condition, but also related to ships and transportation
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including being in good condition or related to ships
Connections #735 explained
Why these words connect (June 16, 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: EXPRESSIONLESS
These words all describe something or someone that is lacking in emotion, expression, or life, often used to convey a sense of dullness or monotony.
Green group: DRAPERY HANGING ITEMS
These words all describe items used to hang or support drapery, such as curtains or rods, often found in home decor or interior design.
Blue group: WHAT A DRINK IS SERVED WITH
These words all describe items that are typically served with a drink, such as glasses, straws, or coasters, often found in bars or restaurants.
Purple group: STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION
These words all start with a mode of transportation, such as a bus, car, ship, or train, often used to describe a person, place, or thing related to travel or transportation.
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.
“hook”
Seems like it belongs to: STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION
Actually belongs to: DRAPERY HANGING ITEMS
while hooks can be used in transportation, in this context it refers to a device for hanging items
“rod”
Seems like it belongs to: STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION
Actually belongs to: DRAPERY HANGING ITEMS
while rods can be used in transportation, in this context it refers to a straight, thin, rigid piece of metal or wood for hanging items
“carbon”
Seems like it belongs to: EXPRESSIONLESS
Actually belongs to: STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION
while carbon can be associated with lifelessness, in this context it refers to a chemical element related to transportation methods
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “hook” didn't go with STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION
Seems like: STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION → Actually: DRAPERY HANGING ITEMS
while hooks can be used in transportation, in this context it refers to a device for hanging items
Why “rod” didn't go with STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION
Seems like: STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION → Actually: DRAPERY HANGING ITEMS
while rods can be used in transportation, in this context it refers to a straight, thin, rigid piece of metal or wood for hanging items
Why “carbon” didn't go with EXPRESSIONLESS
Seems like: EXPRESSIONLESS → Actually: STARTING WITH METHODS OF TRANSPORTATION
while carbon can be associated with lifelessness, in this context it refers to a chemical element related to transportation methods