Blue group — HOMOPHONES OF SUVS
Why is “TROUPER” in the Blue group?
a performer, especially one who travels, also a homophone of Trooper, an SUV
Connections Hints for June 11, 2026 #1095
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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 — HOMOPHONES OF SUVS
Why is “BRONCHO” in the Blue group?
a type of horse, also a homophone of Bronco, an SUV
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 11, 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.
- BRONCHO
- Definition: a type of horse, also a homophone of Bronco, an SUV
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, can be a medical term or a horse breed
- TROUPER
- Definition: a type of performer, also a homophone of Trooper, an SUV
- Why it's tricky: uncommon word with multiple meanings
- UCONN
- Definition: University of Connecticut, also a homophone of Yukon, an SUV
- Why it's tricky: abbreviation with multiple possible expansions
- VIKING HELMET
- Definition: a type of helmet with horns, associated with Viking warriors
- Why it's tricky: can be misleading due to the presence of 'horn' in the context of musical instruments
Connections #1095 explained
Why these words connect (June 11, 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: PARTS OF A WORKOUT ROUTINE
These are all components of a typical exercise routine, including cardio, strength training, and flexibility exercises. They are all important for maintaining overall health and wellness.
Green group: THINGS WITH HORNS
These are all things that have horns, whether they are animals, musical instruments, or pieces of armor. They all have a distinctive shape or feature that sets them apart.
Blue group: HOMOPHONES OF SUVS
These are all words that are homophones of SUV models, meaning they sound the same when pronounced. They can be confusing, but they are actually distinct words with different meanings.
Purple group: PAYMENT APPS MINUS A LETTER
These are all payment apps with one letter removed from their name. They are all popular services used for transactions and money transfers.
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.
“HORN”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS WITH HORNS
Actually belongs to: none
Horn can refer to a musical instrument, which is not part of any group, or to an animal's horn, which is part of THINGS WITH HORNS
“VIKING”
Seems like it belongs to: PARTS OF A WORKOUT ROUTINE
Actually belongs to: THINGS WITH HORNS
Viking can be associated with a type of workout or exercise, but in this context, it refers to a Viking helmet with horns
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “HORN” didn't go with THINGS WITH HORNS
Seems like: THINGS WITH HORNS → Actually: none
Horn can refer to a musical instrument, which is not part of any group, or to an animal's horn, which is part of THINGS WITH HORNS
Why “VIKING” didn't go with PARTS OF A WORKOUT ROUTINE
Seems like: PARTS OF A WORKOUT ROUTINE → Actually: THINGS WITH HORNS
Viking can be associated with a type of workout or exercise, but in this context, it refers to a Viking helmet with horns