Green group — FLOWERS
Why is “MONKSHOOD” in the Green group?
a type of flowering plant, also known as Aconitum
Connections Hints for June 15, 2026 #1099
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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 — FLOWERS
Why is “PHLOX” in the Green group?
a type of flowering plant, often used as a ground cover
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 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.
- CHANGE
- Definition: to get ready or alter one's appearance
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to exchanging money or altering a situation
- STAMINA
- Definition: enduring physical or mental energy
- Why it's tricky: can be confused with 'endurance', which is a related concept
- TRACTION
- Definition: the state of gripping or being gripped
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the process of gaining support or popularity
- PRIMP
- Definition: to groom or preen oneself
- Why it's tricky: is an informal or old-fashioned term that may be unfamiliar to some solvers
Connections #1099 explained
Why these words connect (June 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: STAYING POWER
These words all relate to maintaining energy, momentum, or grip, whether physical or mental, to achieve a goal or overcome obstacles.
Green group: GET READY FOR A NIGHT OUT
These words all describe activities or actions people take to prepare themselves for a night out, such as grooming or altering their appearance.
Blue group: CHINESE ZODIAC ANIMALS
These words are all animals that represent different years in the Chinese zodiac, a cycle of twelve animals that repeat every twelve years.
Purple group: FLOWERS
These words are all names of flowering plants, which are often cultivated for their beauty and fragrance.
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.
“HORSE”
Seems like it belongs to: STAYING POWER
Actually belongs to: CHINESE ZODIAC ANIMALS
while horses are known for their stamina, this word belongs to the Chinese Zodiac category due to its cultural significance
“CHANGE”
Seems like it belongs to: STAYING POWER
Actually belongs to: GET READY FOR A NIGHT OUT
although change can refer to a transformation, in this context it means to get ready or alter one's appearance
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “HORSE” didn't go with STAYING POWER
Seems like: STAYING POWER → Actually: CHINESE ZODIAC ANIMALS
while horses are known for their stamina, this word belongs to the Chinese Zodiac category due to its cultural significance
Why “CHANGE” didn't go with STAYING POWER
Seems like: STAYING POWER → Actually: GET READY FOR A NIGHT OUT
although change can refer to a transformation, in this context it means to get ready or alter one's appearance