Purple group — ___STONE
Why is “TOUCHSTONE” in the Purple group?
a standard or reference point for evaluating something
Connections Hints for July 1, 2025 #750
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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 — ___STONE
Why is “MILESTONE” in the Purple group?
an important event or achievement in a person's life
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 1, 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.
- DRESS
- Definition: to groom or prepare oneself
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of clothing
- KEY
- Definition: a crucial or important element
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a device for operating a lock
- STONE
- Definition: a unit of weight or a type of rock
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a surname or a type of fruit
- SHARP
- Definition: having a keen mind or being well-dressed
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a cutting edge or a musical note
Connections #750 explained
Why these words connect (July 1, 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: STEAL
These are all words that describe ways to take or pilfer something, often in a sneaky or covert manner. They are all related to the idea of theft or swiping something without being noticed.
Green group: DO SOME GROOMING
These are all words that describe activities related to personal grooming or self-care, such as cleaning or styling oneself. They are all related to the idea of presenting oneself in a clean and attractive manner.
Blue group: DAPPER
These are all words that describe someone who is fashionable, stylish, or well-put-together. They are all related to the idea of being neat, tidy, and visually appealing.
Purple group: ___STONE
These are all words that are related to the concept of a stone, whether it be a unit of weight, a type of rock, or a reference point. They are all connected by the idea of something being solid, tangible, or measurable.
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: ___STONE
Actually belongs to: none
while 'rock' is related to 'stone', it doesn't fit the specific pattern of the category
“CUT”
Seems like it belongs to: STEAL
Actually belongs to: none
while 'cut' can imply taking something, it doesn't fit the specific actions described in the category
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 ___STONE
Seems like: ___STONE → Actually: none
while 'rock' is related to 'stone', it doesn't fit the specific pattern of the category
Why “CUT” didn't go with STEAL
Seems like: STEAL → Actually: none
while 'cut' can imply taking something, it doesn't fit the specific actions described in the category