Green group — KINDS OF NECKLINES
Why is “HALTER” in the Green group?
a type of neckline, typically high and rounded
Connections Hints for January 24, 2026 #957
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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 — SNOW ___
Why is “LEOPARD” in the Purple group?
a type of big cat, also known as a snow leopard
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (January 24, 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.
- CROWN
- Definition: a championship award
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a monarch's headpiece
- TITLE
- Definition: a championship or award
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a book or movie title
- LEOPARD
- Definition: a type of snow leopard, a big cat
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the animal, not related to snow
- ROBE
- Definition: a boxer's robe, worn before a match
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a judge's or monk's robe
Connections #957 explained
Why these words connect (January 24, 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: GEAR FOR A BOXER
These are all essential items a boxer wears or uses during a match, including protective gear and clothing.
Green group: CHAMPIONSHIP
These are all terms used to describe a championship or award, often given to winners of a competition.
Blue group: KINDS OF NECKLINES
These are all types of necklines found in clothing, each with its own unique style and characteristics.
Purple group: SNOW ___
These are all words that can complete the phrase 'snow ___', often referring to types of snow or winter-related terms.
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.
“CROWN”
Seems like it belongs to: GEAR FOR A BOXER
Actually belongs to: CHAMPIONSHIP
while a boxer may wear a crown as a symbol of victory, it's not part of their gear
“TITLE”
Seems like it belongs to: KINDS OF NECKLINES
Actually belongs to: CHAMPIONSHIP
a title can refer to a book or movie, but in this context, it's a championship title
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “CROWN” didn't go with GEAR FOR A BOXER
Seems like: GEAR FOR A BOXER → Actually: CHAMPIONSHIP
while a boxer may wear a crown as a symbol of victory, it's not part of their gear
Why “TITLE” didn't go with KINDS OF NECKLINES
Seems like: KINDS OF NECKLINES → Actually: CHAMPIONSHIP
a title can refer to a book or movie, but in this context, it's a championship title