Connections Answers
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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HINT
All these words describe a very small amount, a slight sign, or a gentle indication of something, like a hint.
Individual words:
•FLICKER: A very small, quick flash of light or a brief sign of an emotion or idea. For example, 'a flicker of hope' means a small sign of hope.
•SUGGESTION: An idea or plan offered for someone to consider. It's often a gentle way to hint at something without being too direct.
•TRACE: A very small amount, mark, or sign left by something that was there. Think of a tiny leftover sign, like a 'trace of perfume'.
•WHIFF: A very slight or brief smell, or a small indication of something. For example, 'a whiff of smoke' or 'a whiff of scandal' means a small sign.
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TENNIS SHOTS
These are all specific types of hits or actions a player performs when playing tennis. They describe different ways to strike the ball during a game.
Individual words:
•SERVE: In tennis, this is the very first hit that starts each point. You toss the ball up and hit it over the net from behind the baseline.
•SLICE: This tennis shot involves hitting the ball with a cutting motion, making it spin and often curve. It's a tricky shot for your opponent to return.
•SMASH: A powerful overhead shot in tennis. You hit the ball hard when it's high above your head, often near the net, trying to hit it down strongly.
•VOLLEY: In tennis, a volley is when you hit the ball before it bounces on the ground. This shot is usually made closer to the net.
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SUPERHEROES, WITH "THE"
These are famous American comic book superheroes. Their names are often said with the word 'The' before them, for example, 'The Flash' or 'The Hulk.'
Individual words:
•FLASH: A very fast superhero from DC Comics. He wears a red suit and can run faster than light, fighting crime and saving people quickly.
•HULK: A giant, incredibly strong, green monster-like superhero from Marvel Comics. He appears when scientist Bruce Banner gets angry.
•PUNISHER: A Marvel Comics character, often called an anti-hero. He fights criminals using violent methods and weapons, seeking justice for his family.
•THING: A member of the Marvel superhero team Fantastic Four. He is a super-strong person with an orange, rocky body. His real name is Ben Grimm.
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STARTING WITH "FEE, FI, FO, FUM"
These words start with the sounds 'Fee, Fi, Fo, Fum,' which are the famous words spoken by the giant in the classic fairy tale 'Jack and the Beanstalk.'
Individual words:
•FEED: To give food to a person, animal, or machine. For example, you feed your dog or feed paper into a printer.
•FIERY: Something that is like fire; very hot, bright red, or full of strong emotion like anger or passion.
•FOMENT: To cause or start trouble, anger, or violence, especially among a group of people. It means to stir something bad up.
•FUMBLE: To handle something clumsily or drop it. It also means to make a mistake, especially when trying to do something quickly.