Connections Answers
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
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VERBS EXPRESSING POSSIBILITY
These words are all modal verbs. They are used to express that something is possible or could happen, but it is not certain. They show different degrees of likelihood.
Individual words:
•CAN: This word shows ability (e.g., "I can swim") or a general possibility. It means something is possible or allowed in a common sense.
•COULD: This word shows past ability (e.g., "I could run fast"). It also expresses a softer or less certain possibility than 'can' for the future or present.
•MAY: This word is used for permission (e.g., "May I come in?") or to express a possibility in the future. It suggests a reasonable chance of something happening.
•MIGHT: This word expresses a weaker or more uncertain possibility than 'may.' You use it when something is possible, but you are not very sure it will happen.
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WOMEN’S NICKNAMES
These are common short forms, or nicknames, for longer female names in American culture. Many women prefer to be called by these shorter versions of their names.
Individual words:
•DEB: This is a common, friendly nickname for the female name "Deborah." In the US, people often use short forms of names in casual conversation.
•JAN: This is a popular short form for female names like "Janet" or "Janice." It's an informal way to address someone in American English.
•KAT: This is a common nickname for longer female names such as "Katherine" or "Katrina." It's a friendly, informal way to say the name.
•SUE: This is a very common nickname for the female names "Susan" or "Suzanne." People often use Sue instead of the full name in daily life.
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FINANCIAL ABBREVIATIONS
These are common abbreviations used in the US for financial terms, job titles, or government organizations related to money and investments.
Individual words:
•APR: APR is the yearly cost of borrowing money, shown as a percentage. You see it for credit cards or loans in the US.
•CFO: CFO is a very important person in a company. They are the top manager for all money matters and financial planning.
•IRA: IRA is a special savings plan in the US to help people save money for when they stop working (retirement). It has tax benefits.
•SEC: SEC is a US government group. It protects investors and makes sure financial markets (like stock exchanges) are fair and honest.
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BACKWARDS ANIMALS
These words each spell the name of an animal when read backward. For example, FLOW becomes WOLF, and GOD becomes DOG.
Individual words:
•FLOW: As a verb, to flow means to move smoothly and continuously, like water in a river. As a noun, it's that smooth movement.
•GOD: In many religions, God is the supreme being or creator of the universe. People often pray to God.
•MAR: To mar something means to damage or spoil it, making it look less attractive or perfect.
•TAB: A tab can be a small flap of material. It can also mean the bill you pay for food or drinks at a restaurant or bar.