Green group — DANCE MOVES
Why is “CABBAGE PATCH” in the Green group?
a dance move that involves swinging one's arms and hips in a circular motion
Connections Hints for June 29, 2025 #748
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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
▼Blue group — SEEN IN THE AFTERMATH OF A RAINSTORM
Why is “EARTHWORM” in the Blue group?
a type of invertebrate animal that often emerges after a rainstorm
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 29, 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.
- FLOAT
- Definition: a type of ice cream treat
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a financial or mathematical concept
- JUMP
- Definition: a sudden movement, often in surprise
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of exercise or athletic activity
- MOONWALK
- Definition: a dance move popularized by Michael Jackson
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the act of walking on the moon
- ROBOT
- Definition: a dance move characterized by stiff, mechanical movements
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a machine or artificial intelligence
Connections #748 explained
Why these words connect (June 29, 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: ICE CREAM TREATS
These are all types of frozen desserts, often served as a sweet treat on a hot day. They are all popular ice cream treats that can be found in most ice cream shops.
Green group: FLINCH
These are all words that describe a sudden or involuntary movement, often in response to a surprise or shock. They are all related to the physical act of flinching or reacting quickly.
Blue group: DANCE MOVES
These are all types of dance moves that are often performed at parties or social gatherings. They are all popular dance moves that have been popularized by various cultures and music genres.
Purple group: SEEN IN THE AFTERMATH OF A RAINSTORM
These are all things that can be seen after a rainstorm, often in the outdoors. They are all related to the natural environment and the effects of rain on 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.
“MUD”
Seems like it belongs to: DANCE MOVES
Actually belongs to: SEEN IN THE AFTERMATH OF A RAINSTORM
Mud can be associated with dance moves that involve messy or dirty environments, but it is actually a common sight after a rainstorm.
“JERK”
Seems like it belongs to: DANCE MOVES
Actually belongs to: FLINCH
Jerk can be associated with dance moves that involve sudden or abrupt movements, but it is actually a word that means to flinch or react suddenly.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MUD” didn't go with DANCE MOVES
Seems like: DANCE MOVES → Actually: SEEN IN THE AFTERMATH OF A RAINSTORM
Mud can be associated with dance moves that involve messy or dirty environments, but it is actually a common sight after a rainstorm.
Why “JERK” didn't go with DANCE MOVES
Seems like: DANCE MOVES → Actually: FLINCH
Jerk can be associated with dance moves that involve sudden or abrupt movements, but it is actually a word that means to flinch or react suddenly.