Green group — IRRITATE
Why is “NETTLE” in the Green group?
a plant with stinging hairs that can cause skin irritation
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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
▼Green group — IRRITATE
Why is “RUFFLE” in the Green group?
to disturb or upset someone, or to make a rustling sound
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 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.
- STEAM
- Definition: to anger or infuriate
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to water vapor or a type of engine power
- RAISE
- Definition: to increase a bet in poker
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to lift or elevate something
- CALL
- Definition: to match a bet in poker
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a phone conversation or a shout for attention
- CHECK
- Definition: to pass the betting turn in poker
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to inspect or verify something
Connections #778 explained
Why these words connect (July 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: DISCOUNT
These words all relate to reducing prices or offering special offers, such as a sale or promotion.
Green group: IRRITATE
These words all describe things that can cause frustration or annoyance, such as a bug or a nettle plant.
Blue group: POKER ACTIONS
These words all describe actions that can be taken during a poker game, such as calling a bet or raising the stakes.
Purple group: THINGS YOU CAN PUMP
These words all describe things that can be pumped, such as a fist or a gas tank.
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.
“DEAL”
Seems like it belongs to: POKER ACTIONS
Actually belongs to: DISCOUNT
while 'deal' can refer to a poker hand, in this context it means a discounted offer or promotion
“CALL”
Seems like it belongs to: DISCOUNT
Actually belongs to: POKER ACTIONS
although 'call' can mean a phone conversation, in this context it refers to a poker action
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “DEAL” didn't go with POKER ACTIONS
Seems like: POKER ACTIONS → Actually: DISCOUNT
while 'deal' can refer to a poker hand, in this context it means a discounted offer or promotion
Why “CALL” didn't go with DISCOUNT
Seems like: DISCOUNT → Actually: POKER ACTIONS
although 'call' can mean a phone conversation, in this context it refers to a poker action