Connections Answers

Monday, July 13, 2026

INTERROGATE

These words all mean to ask someone many questions, often in an intense or official way, to interrogate them and get information.

Individual words:

•EXAMINE: To carefully ask questions to investigate or check facts. For example, a lawyer might examine a witness in court to understand what happened.

•GRILL: To ask someone many difficult questions very quickly and intensely, often making them feel pressured, like a police officer questioning a suspect.

•PUMP: To subtly or persistently ask someone questions to get information from them, especially information they might not want to share easily.

•QUESTION: To ask someone a series of questions to get answers or information. It can be formal, or show you doubt what they are saying.

THINGS WITH HANDLES

All these items have a 'handle' – a part you hold with your hand to carry them or open them.

Individual words:

•BUCKET: A round container, often plastic or metal, for carrying water or sand. It has a curved piece on top you hold.

•DRAWER: A box in furniture like a desk or dresser. You pull it out to open it using a knob or small bar, which is its handle.

•MUG: A large cup, usually for hot drinks like coffee or tea. It has a loop on the side for you to hold.

•UMBRELLA: A device you open to stay dry in rain or get shade from sun. You hold it by the bottom part.

FICTIONAL CATS

These are all names of famous cats from popular American and international stories, cartoons, and TV shows.

Individual words:

•FIGARO: Figaro is a famous black cat from Disney's 'Pinocchio' movie. He is Geppetto's pet and often seen with Minnie Mouse.

•PUSS: "Puss" often means cat. Puss in Boots is a clever, talking cat from a well-known fairy tale, famous for wearing boots.

•SALEM: Salem is a talking cat from the American TV show 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch.' He was a human wizard cursed into a cat.

•TOM: Tom is the cat from the classic American cartoon 'Tom and Jerry.' He spends his time comically chasing a mouse named Jerry.

STARTING WITH SMOOCHES

Each word starts with or contains a sound related to a type of kiss.

Individual words:

•BUSSIN: “Bussin'” is recent American slang meaning something is very good or delicious. A "buss" is also an informal word for a kiss, often a quick or loud one.

•KISSER: “Kisser” is an informal and sometimes playful word for someone's mouth or face. It directly comes from the word "kiss," an act of affection.

•PECKISH: If you are "peckish," it means you are feeling a little bit hungry. A "peck" is also a small, quick kiss, often given lightly on the cheek.

•SMACKDOWN: “Smackdown” is a term from wrestling meaning a complete defeat or overwhelming victory. A "smack" can be a hard hit, but also a loud, enthusiastic kiss.