Issue #791 Thu 10 Jul
Connections hints — July 10, 2025
A tidy distribution of four distinct groups makes for a straightforward solve today. The grid relies on literal associations rather than wordplay tricks, rewarding a steady eye for common terminology.
yellow group 7 nudges
Yellow group
A mechanic leans into the garage, checking the pressure of the rubber against the metal frame.
Automotive engineering
Items composing a singular object
Members are 3–5 letters; first letters H, R, S, T.
PARTS OF A WHEEL
One is HUB.
HUB · RIM · SPOKE · TIRE
green group 7 nudges
Green group
The muddy pile of gear left by the back door after a weekend in the woods.
Standardized field attire
Synonyms for visual or material qualities
Members are 4–7 letters; first letters C, D, F, K.
MILITARY CLOTHING DESCRIPTORS
One is CAMO.
CAMO · DRAB · FATIGUE · KHAKI
blue group 7 nudges
Blue group
You trace the path of the air through the ceiling, past the rattling metal grate.
Infrastructure and air circulation
Objects facilitating fluid transport
Members are 4–7 letters; first letters D, E, H, P.
USED IN VENTILATION
One is DUCT.
DUCT · EXHAUST · HOSE · PIPE
violet group 7 nudges
Violet group
Staring at the train tracks as the last car disappears into the distance.
Verbs of missed potential
Synonyms for squandered opportunities
Members are 4–5 letters; first letters B, L, M, W.
FAIL TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF, AS AN OPPORTUNITY
One is BLOW.
BLOW · LOSE · MISS · WASTE