Yellow group — WAX ___
Why is “POETIC” in the Yellow group?
relating to poetry, as in wax poetic, meaning to speak or write in a poetic manner
Connections Hints for June 20, 2025 #739
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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 — PRO WRESTLING ICONS, WITH “THE”
Why is “HITMAN” in the Purple group?
a professional wrestler, also known as Bret Hart, whose nickname is The Hitman
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 20, 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.
- SEAL
- Definition: a type of wax seal or a verb meaning to close
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a type of marine mammal
- THREAD
- Definition: a thin string used for sewing
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a series of connected messages or ideas
- ROCK
- Definition: a professional wrestler
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a type of music or a geological formation
- TAPE
- Definition: a recording medium
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of adhesive or a measuring device
Connections #739 explained
Why these words connect (June 20, 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: ITEMS IN A SEWING KIT
These are all common items used for sewing and repairing clothing. They are typically found in a sewing kit or box.
Green group: CAPTURE ON VIDEO
These are all verbs that mean to capture or record something, often using a camera or other device. They are commonly used in the context of filmmaking or video production.
Blue group: PRO WRESTLING ICONS, WITH “THE”
These are all nicknames of famous professional wrestlers, often preceded by the definite article 'the'. They are well-known figures in the world of professional wrestling.
Purple group: WAX ___
These are all words that can complete the phrase 'wax ___', often used in different contexts such as art, music, or poetry.
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.
“ROCK”
Seems like it belongs to: ITEMS IN A SEWING KIT
Actually belongs to: PRO WRESTLING ICONS, WITH “THE”
The word 'rock' might seem like it belongs to the sewing kit category, but it's actually a professional wrestler's nickname.
“THREAD”
Seems like it belongs to: CAPTURE ON VIDEO
Actually belongs to: ITEMS IN A SEWING KIT
The word 'thread' might seem like it belongs to the video category, but it's actually a type of string used for sewing.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “ROCK” didn't go with ITEMS IN A SEWING KIT
Seems like: ITEMS IN A SEWING KIT → Actually: PRO WRESTLING ICONS, WITH “THE”
The word 'rock' might seem like it belongs to the sewing kit category, but it's actually a professional wrestler's nickname.
Why “THREAD” didn't go with CAPTURE ON VIDEO
Seems like: CAPTURE ON VIDEO → Actually: ITEMS IN A SEWING KIT
The word 'thread' might seem like it belongs to the video category, but it's actually a type of string used for sewing.