Green group — ATTENDANTS
Why is “RETINUE” in the Green group?
a group of attendants or followers, especially of a person of high rank
Connections Hints for June 16, 2026 #1100
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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 — WHAT "HOOPS" MIGHT REFER TO
Why is “RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS GEAR” in the Purple group?
equipment used in the sport of rhythmic gymnastics, including hoops
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 16, 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.
- BLUE
- Definition: relating to a type of cheese or a rare lunar event
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a color and a type of cheese
- STORM
- Definition: a rare and powerful weather event
- Why it's tricky: can refer to a weather event or a figurative turmoil
- PERFECT
- Definition: a rare and exceptional event
- Why it's tricky: can refer to something flawless or a rare event
- HOOPS
- Definition: can refer to a basketball, earring, or rhythmic gymnastics gear
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and can be misleading
Connections #1100 explained
Why these words connect (June 16, 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: CREAMY SALAD DRESSINGS
These are all types of creamy salad dressings, often used to add flavor to salads.
Green group: ATTENDANTS
These are all words that refer to attendants or groups of people who follow or serve someone, often in a formal or official capacity.
Blue group: RARE THINGS, IDIOMATICALLY
These are all idiomatic expressions that refer to rare or unusual events, often used to describe something that is unlikely or unexpected.
Purple group: WHAT "HOOPS" MIGHT REFER TO
These are all possible meanings of the word 'hoops', which can refer to a basketball, a type of earring, or equipment used in rhythmic gymnastics.
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.
“BLUE”
Seems like it belongs to: CREAMY SALAD DRESSINGS
Actually belongs to: RARE THINGS, IDIOMATICALLY
The word 'blue' can refer to a type of cheese, but in this context, it's referring to a rare lunar event.
“STORM”
Seems like it belongs to: RARE THINGS, IDIOMATICALLY
Actually belongs to: None
The word 'storm' is not directly related to any group, but can be misleading due to its multiple meanings.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BLUE” didn't go with CREAMY SALAD DRESSINGS
Seems like: CREAMY SALAD DRESSINGS → Actually: RARE THINGS, IDIOMATICALLY
The word 'blue' can refer to a type of cheese, but in this context, it's referring to a rare lunar event.
Why “STORM” didn't go with RARE THINGS, IDIOMATICALLY
Seems like: RARE THINGS, IDIOMATICALLY → Actually: None
The word 'storm' is not directly related to any group, but can be misleading due to its multiple meanings.