Purple group — STARTING WITH MATH AND SCIENCE CLASSES, FOR SHORT
Why is “TRIGLYCERIDE” in the Purple group?
a type of fat, related to trigonometry and chemistry
Connections Hints for August 10, 2025 #790
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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 — STARTING WITH MATH AND SCIENCE CLASSES, FOR SHORT
Why is “BIOPIC” in the Purple group?
a film about a person's life, related to biology
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (August 10, 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.
- JUICE
- Definition: influence or power
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a liquid extract
- PULL
- Definition: influence or attract
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a physical force
- FAN
- Definition: a type of fiction
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a device for creating a current of air
- CALCIUM
- Definition: related to math and science classes
- Why it's tricky: is a chemical element, but also sounds like 'calc', short for calculus
Connections #790 explained
Why these words connect (August 10, 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: INFLUENCE
These words all relate to having power or control over something, whether it's a person, a situation, or an outcome. They can be used in various contexts, such as politics, social interactions, or even personal growth.
Green group: AMASS
These words all relate to bringing things together, whether it's objects, people, or ideas. They can be used in various contexts, such as business, social gatherings, or even personal organization.
Blue group: KINDS OF FICTION
These words all relate to different genres or styles of fiction, whether it's based on real events, imaginary worlds, or speculative ideas. They can be used to describe various forms of storytelling, such as novels, films, or even video games.
Purple group: STARTING WITH MATH AND SCIENCE CLASSES, FOR SHORT
These words all have connections to math and science, but also have other meanings or uses. They can be used to describe various concepts, such as chemical elements, biological processes, or even film genres.
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.
“CALCIUM”
Seems like it belongs to: KINDS OF FICTION
Actually belongs to: STARTING WITH MATH AND SCIENCE CLASSES, FOR SHORT
sounds like 'calc', which could be mistaken for a type of fiction, but is actually related to math and science
“FAN”
Seems like it belongs to: INFLUENCE
Actually belongs to: KINDS OF FICTION
could be mistaken for a word related to influence, but is actually a type of fiction
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “CALCIUM” didn't go with KINDS OF FICTION
Seems like: KINDS OF FICTION → Actually: STARTING WITH MATH AND SCIENCE CLASSES, FOR SHORT
sounds like 'calc', which could be mistaken for a type of fiction, but is actually related to math and science
Why “FAN” didn't go with INFLUENCE
Seems like: INFLUENCE → Actually: KINDS OF FICTION
could be mistaken for a word related to influence, but is actually a type of fiction