Blue group — TOOLS MINUS LAST TWO LETTERS
Why is “PLIE” in the Blue group?
a type of tool (pliers) minus last two letters, referring to a device used for gripping
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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 — TOOLS MINUS LAST TWO LETTERS
Why is “WREN” in the Blue group?
a type of tool (wrench) minus last two letters, referring to a device used for tightening or loosening
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 18, 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.
- BARRE
- Definition: a type of fitness class
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a horizontal bar used in ballet
- CARRIAGE
- Definition: a person's demeanor or posture
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a vehicle or a part of a machine
- PRESENCE
- Definition: a person's demeanor or air
- Why it's tricky: also refers to the state of being present
- PLIE
- Definition: a type of tool (pliers) minus last two letters
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a movement in ballet
Connections #1102 explained
Why these words connect (June 18, 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: FITNESS CLASS TYPES
These are all types of group fitness classes that people can take to improve their physical health and wellness, often found in gyms or studios
Green group: DEMEANOR
These are all words that describe a person's demeanor or the way they carry themselves, including their attitude, posture, and overall presence
Blue group: PEACE ACTIVISTS
These are all famous peace activists who worked towards promoting nonviolence and social justice, including Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, and Desmond Tutu
Purple group: TOOLS MINUS LAST TWO LETTERS
These are all words that are tools with their last two letters removed, such as 'wrench' becoming 'wren' and 'pliers' becoming 'plie'
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.
“KING”
Seems like it belongs to: DEMEANOR
Actually belongs to: PEACE ACTIVISTS
Martin Luther King Jr. was a peace activist, but 'king' can also refer to a monarch or a title of respect, which might lead to confusion with demeanor
“BARRE”
Seems like it belongs to: TOOLS MINUS LAST TWO LETTERS
Actually belongs to: FITNESS CLASS TYPES
barre is a type of fitness class, but it might be mistaken for a tool due to its similarity to 'bar'
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “KING” didn't go with DEMEANOR
Seems like: DEMEANOR → Actually: PEACE ACTIVISTS
Martin Luther King Jr. was a peace activist, but 'king' can also refer to a monarch or a title of respect, which might lead to confusion with demeanor
Why “BARRE” didn't go with TOOLS MINUS LAST TWO LETTERS
Seems like: TOOLS MINUS LAST TWO LETTERS → Actually: FITNESS CLASS TYPES
barre is a type of fitness class, but it might be mistaken for a tool due to its similarity to 'bar'