Purple group — FIGURES IN CLASSIC DISNEY ANIMATED FILMS
Why is “MARIONETTE” in the Purple group?
a puppet controlled by strings, as seen in Disney's Pinocchio
Connections Hints for June 17, 2025 #736
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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 — FIGURES IN CLASSIC DISNEY ANIMATED FILMS
Why is “FAWN” in the Purple group?
a young deer, as seen in Disney's Bambi
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 17, 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.
- MARIONETTE
- Definition: a puppet controlled by strings
- Why it's tricky: its connection to Disney's Pinocchio might be overlooked
- FREEZE
- Definition: a computer program becoming unresponsive
- Why it's tricky: commonly associated with cold temperatures, not computers
- SPIRIT
- Definition: courage or determination
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a ghost or supernatural being
- TOUR
- Definition: a guided trip or excursion
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a musical performance schedule
Connections #736 explained
Why these words connect (June 17, 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: THINGS TO BOOK FOR A VACATION
These are all things you might book or arrange in advance for a vacation, such as transportation, accommodations, or activities.
Green group: METTLE
These words all relate to having the courage or determination to persevere through challenges, such as a fight or difficult situation.
Blue group: BAD THINGS FOR A WEBSITE TO DO
These are all negative actions or events that can occur on a website, such as technical issues or user frustration.
Purple group: FIGURES IN CLASSIC DISNEY ANIMATED FILMS
These are all figures or characters from classic Disney animated films, such as animals or puppets.
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.
“FREEZE”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS TO BOOK FOR A VACATION
Actually belongs to: BAD THINGS FOR A WEBSITE TO DO
while you might book a frozen drink on vacation, 'freeze' is more relevant to computer glitches
“TOUR”
Seems like it belongs to: BAD THINGS FOR A WEBSITE TO DO
Actually belongs to: THINGS TO BOOK FOR A VACATION
a tour can be booked for vacation, but it's not a negative action like a website glitch
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FREEZE” didn't go with THINGS TO BOOK FOR A VACATION
Seems like: THINGS TO BOOK FOR A VACATION → Actually: BAD THINGS FOR A WEBSITE TO DO
while you might book a frozen drink on vacation, 'freeze' is more relevant to computer glitches
Why “TOUR” didn't go with BAD THINGS FOR A WEBSITE TO DO
Seems like: BAD THINGS FOR A WEBSITE TO DO → Actually: THINGS TO BOOK FOR A VACATION
a tour can be booked for vacation, but it's not a negative action like a website glitch