Connections Answers

Sunday, July 19, 2026

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CIRCUIT COMPONENTS

These are all components used in electrical circuits to control or protect the flow of electricity. They are fundamental parts of many electrical systems.
Individual words:
BREAKER: A circuit breaker is a safety device in your home's electrical panel. It automatically stops electricity if there's an overload, preventing fires and damage to appliances.
FUSE: A fuse is a safety wire that melts and breaks an electrical circuit if too much current flows. It protects appliances or older electrical systems from damage.
RELAY: A relay is an electrical switch that uses a small electrical signal to control a larger one. It helps turn devices on or off indirectly in many systems.
SWITCH: A switch is a device that opens or closes an electrical circuit, turning power on or off. Think of a light switch on your wall at home.
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DIGITAL COUPLING VERBS

These words are all verbs used when you bring two or more digital devices or pieces of information together to work as one system.
Individual words:
CONNECT: To link one digital device to another, like plugging in a cable, or to go online. It means to establish a link between two points.
JOIN: To become part of a digital group, a meeting, or a network. For example, you 'join' a video call or a gaming server.
PAIR: To link two specific devices wirelessly, like connecting Bluetooth headphones to your phone. It often refers to a one-time setup for two items.
SYNC: To make sure two or more digital devices or files have the exact same information or timing. For example, 'syncing' photos from your phone to your computer.
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THINGS TOILETS DO

These words describe different actions or stages of a toilet's operation when it is used. They are all about how water moves in and out of the toilet.
Individual words:
DRAIN: When water leaves the toilet bowl and goes down the pipes. This happens after you flush the toilet, taking waste with it.
FLUSH: To push a handle or button on a toilet. This makes water quickly rush into the bowl, cleaning it and sending waste away.
REFILL: After you flush, the toilet tank and bowl fill up with fresh water again. This prepares the toilet for the next use.
SWIRL: The water in the toilet bowl moves in a circular, twisting motion as it goes down the drain. This happens during the flushing process.
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___ FACE EXPRESSIONS

These words combine with "FACE" to describe different kinds of expressions, often showing or hiding emotions.
Individual words:
GAME: When you are serious and ready to compete, you put on your "game face." It means you look focused and determined to win.
LONG: If someone has a "long face," they look sad or disappointed. Their mouth might turn down, making their face seem longer than usual.
POKER: A "poker face" is an expression that shows no emotion at all. People use it to hide their feelings or thoughts, especially when playing card games like poker.
STRAIGHT: To keep a "straight face" means to try very hard not to laugh, even if something is very funny. You keep your expression serious and unmoving.
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