Yellow group — FEATURES OF A DUCK
Why is “WEBBING” in the Yellow group?
the skin that connects a duck's toes, aiding in swimming
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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 — FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET
Why is “SYNOPSIS” in the Green group?
a brief summary of a book's plot or content
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (January 18, 2026)
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.
- BILL
- Definition: a part of a duck's anatomy
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a payment or invoice
- TOTAL
- Definition: to completely destroy
- Why it's tricky: can also mean a complete amount or sum
- PRICE
- Definition: a classic Hollywood actor's last name
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the cost or value of something
- QUOTE
- Definition: a passage or phrase cited on a book jacket
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a price estimate or a famous saying
Connections #951 explained
Why these words connect (January 18, 2026)
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: FEATURES OF A DUCK
These are all physical features of a duck, including its bill, feathers, webbing, and wings, which are essential for its survival and flight.
Green group: DESTROY
These are all synonyms for 'destroy', including 'break', 'damage', 'total', and 'wreck', which can be used to describe various forms of destruction or harm.
Blue group: FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET
These are all elements that can be found on a book jacket, including the author's name, a quote, a synopsis, and the title, which provide information about the book's content and author.
Purple group: CLASSIC HOLLYWOOD ACTORS
These are all surnames of classic Hollywood actors, including Cooper, Grant, Peck, and Price, who were known for their iconic roles and performances in various films.
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.
“PRICE”
Seems like it belongs to: DESTROY
Actually belongs to: CLASSIC HOLLYWOOD ACTORS
The word 'price' might seem like it belongs to the 'DESTROY' category due to the phrase 'pay the price', but it's actually a surname of a classic Hollywood actor.
“TOTAL”
Seems like it belongs to: FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET
Actually belongs to: DESTROY
The word 'total' might seem like it belongs to the 'FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET' category due to the phrase 'total pages', but it's actually a synonym for 'completely destroy'.
“BILL”
Seems like it belongs to: FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET
Actually belongs to: FEATURES OF A DUCK
The word 'bill' might seem like it belongs to the 'FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET' category due to the phrase 'bill of rights', but it's actually a part of a duck's anatomy.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “PRICE” didn't go with DESTROY
Seems like: DESTROY → Actually: CLASSIC HOLLYWOOD ACTORS
The word 'price' might seem like it belongs to the 'DESTROY' category due to the phrase 'pay the price', but it's actually a surname of a classic Hollywood actor.
Why “TOTAL” didn't go with FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET
Seems like: FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET → Actually: DESTROY
The word 'total' might seem like it belongs to the 'FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET' category due to the phrase 'total pages', but it's actually a synonym for 'completely destroy'.
Why “BILL” didn't go with FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET
Seems like: FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET → Actually: FEATURES OF A DUCK
The word 'bill' might seem like it belongs to the 'FOUND ON A BOOK JACKET' category due to the phrase 'bill of rights', but it's actually a part of a duck's anatomy.