Purple group — THINGS WITH MANTLES/MANTELS
Why is “MANTLE” in the Purple group?
a layer of rock surrounding the Earth's core, or a decorative frame around a fireplace
Connections Hints for June 23, 2026 #1107
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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 — THINGS WITH MANTLES/MANTELS
Why is “EMPEROR” in the Purple group?
a monarch, or a type of penguin
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 23, 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.
- MANTLE
- Definition: a layer of rock surrounding the Earth's core, or a decorative frame around a fireplace
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings in different contexts
- TOKEN
- Definition: a small object representing a unit of currency in a game, or a symbol of appreciation
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings in different contexts
- EMPEROR
- Definition: a monarch, or a type of penguin
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings in different contexts
- FEATURED
- Definition: prominently displayed, or a special attraction
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings in different contexts
Connections #1107 explained
Why these words connect (June 23, 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: DANCE STYLES
These are all popular styles of dance, including ballroom and social dances.
Green group: IN A MONOPOLY BOX
These are all items that can be found in a standard Monopoly game box, including properties, buildings, and game pieces.
Blue group: CONTENT SORTING OPTIONS ONLINE
These are all common options for sorting and displaying online content, including social media posts and search results.
Purple group: THINGS WITH MANTLES/MANTELS
These are all things that have a mantle or mantel, including geological structures, furniture, and animals.
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.
“EMPEROR”
Seems like it belongs to: IN A MONOPOLY BOX
Actually belongs to: THINGS WITH MANTLES/MANTELS
The word 'emperor' might seem like it belongs to the Monopoly category due to the 'emperor' of a business, but it actually belongs to the 'THINGS WITH MANTLES/MANTELS' category due to the Emperor penguin having a mantle-like feather structure.
“TOKEN”
Seems like it belongs to: CONTENT SORTING OPTIONS ONLINE
Actually belongs to: IN A MONOPOLY BOX
The word 'token' might seem like it belongs to the online content category due to authentication tokens, but it actually belongs to the Monopoly category due to game tokens.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “EMPEROR” didn't go with IN A MONOPOLY BOX
Seems like: IN A MONOPOLY BOX → Actually: THINGS WITH MANTLES/MANTELS
The word 'emperor' might seem like it belongs to the Monopoly category due to the 'emperor' of a business, but it actually belongs to the 'THINGS WITH MANTLES/MANTELS' category due to the Emperor penguin having a mantle-like feather structure.
Why “TOKEN” didn't go with CONTENT SORTING OPTIONS ONLINE
Seems like: CONTENT SORTING OPTIONS ONLINE → Actually: IN A MONOPOLY BOX
The word 'token' might seem like it belongs to the online content category due to authentication tokens, but it actually belongs to the Monopoly category due to game tokens.