Blue group — VULNERABILITY
Why is “KRYPTONITE” in the Blue group?
a radioactive mineral from the Superman comics, symbolizing a weakness
Connections Hints for December 23, 2025 #925
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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 SLANG FOR SAUSAGE
Why is “LINKLATER” in the Purple group?
a type of sausage, also a surname, connected to the category through its etymology
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (December 23, 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.
- KRYPTONITE
- Definition: a radioactive mineral from the Superman comics
- Why it's tricky: its connection to Superman might mislead solvers into thinking it's about superheroes
- FIXATION
- Definition: a concept in Freudian psychoanalysis
- Why it's tricky: its multiple meanings in psychology and everyday language could confuse solvers
- SUPEREGO
- Definition: a component of the human psyche in Freudian theory
- Why it's tricky: its similarity to 'superhero' might lead solvers astray
- LINKLATER
- Definition: a type of sausage, also a surname
- Why it's tricky: its multiple meanings and lack of common knowledge might mislead solvers
Connections #925 explained
Why these words connect (December 23, 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: VULNERABILITY
These words represent weaknesses or vulnerabilities in various contexts, from mythology to comic books. Each word symbolizes a flaw or a downfall that can lead to a character's demise.
Green group: FREUDIAN CONCEPTS
These words are all concepts developed by Sigmund Freud, representing various aspects of the human psyche. They are fundamental to understanding human behavior and psychology.
Blue group: CHARACTERS IN CAPES
These characters are all well-known for wearing capes, symbolizing power, heroism, or villainy. Each character has a unique story and significance in popular culture.
Purple group: STARTING WITH SLANG FOR SAUSAGE
These words all start with slang terms for sausage, representing a connection to the food industry. Each word has a unique etymology and significance in this context.
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.
“SUPERMAN”
Seems like it belongs to: VULNERABILITY
Actually belongs to: CHARACTERS IN CAPES
Superman's connection to Kryptonite might mislead solvers, but he belongs to the characters category
“FRANKENSTEIN”
Seems like it belongs to: CHARACTERS IN CAPES
Actually belongs to: STARTING WITH SLANG FOR SAUSAGE
Frankenstein's monstrous nature might lead solvers to the characters category, but it's actually connected to the sausage category through its name
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SUPERMAN” didn't go with VULNERABILITY
Seems like: VULNERABILITY → Actually: CHARACTERS IN CAPES
Superman's connection to Kryptonite might mislead solvers, but he belongs to the characters category
Why “FRANKENSTEIN” didn't go with CHARACTERS IN CAPES
Seems like: CHARACTERS IN CAPES → Actually: STARTING WITH SLANG FOR SAUSAGE
Frankenstein's monstrous nature might lead solvers to the characters category, but it's actually connected to the sausage category through its name