Green group — BOTANICAL COVERINGS
Why is “HUSK” in the Green group?
the outer covering of a seed or fruit, especially one that is dry and brittle
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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 — OBJECTS IN 0-, 1-, 2- AND 3-DIMENSIONAL SPACE
Why is “SOLID” in the Purple group?
a three-dimensional object with length, width, and height
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 24, 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.
- STUDIO
- Definition: a company that produces films or television shows
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a room for artistic work
- CAST
- Definition: the actors in a film or play
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to throw or direct something
- SOLID
- Definition: a three-dimensional object
- Why it's tricky: can also mean strong or unshakeable
- LINE
- Definition: a set of points extending infinitely in two directions
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a row of people or a phone connection
Connections #743 explained
Why these words connect (June 24, 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: STRICT
These words all describe something as strict or unyielding, often implying a sense of severity or firmness. They can be used to describe a person's demeanor, a rule or policy, or even a physical object.
Green group: BOTANICAL COVERINGS
These words all describe the outer coverings of plants or seeds, such as the hull of a nut or the husk of a corn seed. They serve to protect the inner contents and often have distinct shapes or textures.
Blue group: SEEN IN OPENING CREDITS
These words all describe elements that are commonly seen in the opening credits of a film or television show, such as the cast of actors, the director, or the production studio. They provide important information about the production and its key personnel.
Purple group: OBJECTS IN 0-, 1-, 2- AND 3-DIMENSIONAL SPACE
These words all describe geometric objects that exist in different dimensions, from the zero-dimensional point to the three-dimensional solid. They are fundamental concepts in mathematics and physics, and are used to describe the world around us.
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.
“FIRM”
Seems like it belongs to: OBJECTS IN 0-, 1-, 2- AND 3-DIMENSIONAL SPACE
Actually belongs to: STRICT
Firm can describe a solid object, but in this context, it means strict or unyielding.
“CAST”
Seems like it belongs to: OBJECTS IN 0-, 1-, 2- AND 3-DIMENSIONAL SPACE
Actually belongs to: SEEN IN OPENING CREDITS
Cast can refer to a shape or mold, but in this context, it refers to the actors in a film or play.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FIRM” didn't go with OBJECTS IN 0-, 1-, 2- AND 3-DIMENSIONAL SPACE
Seems like: OBJECTS IN 0-, 1-, 2- AND 3-DIMENSIONAL SPACE → Actually: STRICT
Firm can describe a solid object, but in this context, it means strict or unyielding.
Why “CAST” didn't go with OBJECTS IN 0-, 1-, 2- AND 3-DIMENSIONAL SPACE
Seems like: OBJECTS IN 0-, 1-, 2- AND 3-DIMENSIONAL SPACE → Actually: SEEN IN OPENING CREDITS
Cast can refer to a shape or mold, but in this context, it refers to the actors in a film or play.