Connections Answers

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

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FORTITUDE

These words all describe a person's inner strength, bravery, or determination to face difficulties and not give up. They represent mental or emotional toughness.
Individual words:
BACKBONE: Your inner strength to be brave and strong, especially when things are difficult. It means having the will to stand up for yourself or not give up easily.
COURAGE: The ability to do something scary or difficult, even when you are afraid. It's about being brave in the face of danger or challenges.
HEART: In this context, it means deep inner strength, passion, or determination. Someone with 'heart' shows great effort and doesn't quit easily when facing struggles.
SPIRIT: A strong feeling of energy, determination, and a positive attitude, especially when facing problems or challenges. It's about having a strong will to keep going.
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CHANNEL

These words all describe a way or a place through which something is communicated, delivered, or expressed.
Individual words:
MEDIUM: A way or system used to communicate or send something, like TV, radio, or social media. It's how information travels from one place to another.
OUTLET: A place or system where goods are sold, or where you can express feelings or information. For example, a news outlet shares news.
PLATFORM: A system or service that allows people to share or create content, like social media sites or streaming services. It's where things are presented.
VENUE: A specific physical place where an event, concert, or meeting happens. For example, a stadium is a venue for sports games or concerts.
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WORDS STARTING WITH THE “SAY” SOUND

All these words begin with the sound 'say,' like the word you use to 'say' something. It's about the pronunciation, not the spelling.
Individual words:
SACRUM: This is a triangular bone located at the bottom of your spine, just above your tailbone. It's part of your lower back.
SEITAN: A plant-based food made from wheat gluten, often used as a vegetarian or vegan meat substitute. It has a chewy texture.
SEYCHELLES: An island country in the Indian Ocean, famous for its beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and clear blue water. It's a popular vacation spot.
SÉANCE: A meeting where people try to communicate with the spirits of dead people, often in a darkened room. It's a practice seen in some cultures.
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THINGS FEATURING LETTERS A THROUGH Z

All these items either contain, display, or are directly related to the full alphabet, from A to Z.
Individual words:
ABECEDARIUM: This is a book or a list that shows all the letters of the alphabet, usually from A to Z, to help people learn them.
COMPUTER KEYBOARD: This is the device you use to type on a computer. It has buttons (keys) for all the letters from A to Z, numbers, and other symbols.
OUIJA BOARD: A flat board with letters A-Z, numbers, and words like 'yes' and 'no.' Some people believe spirits communicate through it in a game.
SCRABBLE: A very popular board game where players use small tiles, each with a letter (A-Z), to form words on a grid and score points.
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