Blue group — TOOTHED WHEELS
Why is “PINION” in the Blue group?
a small toothed wheel, often used in machinery
Connections Hints for March 15, 2026 #1007
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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
▼Blue group — TOOTHED WHEELS
Why is “SPROCKET” in the Blue group?
a toothed wheel with a chain or belt wrapped around it
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (March 15, 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.
- BLOG
- Definition: a portmanteau of 'web' and 'log'
- Why it's tricky: its modern meaning as an online journal can mislead solvers
- GEAR
- Definition: a toothed wheel
- Why it's tricky: its common meaning as equipment or clothing can confuse solvers
- HOG
- Definition: to take more than one's share
- Why it's tricky: its common meaning as a type of animal can mislead solvers
- PINION
- Definition: a small toothed wheel
- Why it's tricky: its obscure meaning can make it hard to connect to other words
Connections #1007 explained
Why these words connect (March 15, 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: GREEDILY CONTROL
These words are all related to taking or having control, often in a selfish or excessive manner. They can be used to describe someone who is dominating or monopolizing a situation.
Green group: TOOTHED WHEELS
These words are all related to toothed wheels, which are used in machinery to transmit power or motion. They are often used in mechanical systems, such as gears and sprockets.
Blue group: PORTMANTEAUX
These words are all portmanteaux, which are words that are created by combining two or more words. They are often used to describe a new concept or idea.
Purple group: BULL___
These words are all related to the word 'bull', and can be combined with it to form a new word. They are often used to describe a type of animal or a verb.
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.
“GEAR”
Seems like it belongs to: GREEDILY CONTROL
Actually belongs to: TOOTHED WHEELS
GEAR can be related to control, but in this context, it refers to a toothed wheel
“HOG”
Seems like it belongs to: BULL___
Actually belongs to: GREEDILY CONTROL
HOG can be related to a type of animal, but in this context, it means to take more than one's share
“CORNER”
Seems like it belongs to: TOOTHED WHEELS
Actually belongs to: GREEDILY CONTROL
CORNER can be related to a physical location, but in this context, it means to monopolize or control
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “GEAR” didn't go with GREEDILY CONTROL
Seems like: GREEDILY CONTROL → Actually: TOOTHED WHEELS
GEAR can be related to control, but in this context, it refers to a toothed wheel
Why “HOG” didn't go with BULL___
Seems like: BULL___ → Actually: GREEDILY CONTROL
HOG can be related to a type of animal, but in this context, it means to take more than one's share
Why “CORNER” didn't go with TOOTHED WHEELS
Seems like: TOOTHED WHEELS → Actually: GREEDILY CONTROL
CORNER can be related to a physical location, but in this context, it means to monopolize or control