Connections Answers
Saturday, December 20, 2025
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CONTAINERS
These words are all different types of containers used to hold things like liquids, food, or other items.
Individual words:
•BUCKET: A round, open container, usually with a handle, for carrying water, sand, or other materials. People use them for cleaning or playing at the beach.
•CAN: A sealed metal container, often cylindrical, used for storing food (like soup or soda) or drinks for a long time. You open it to get what's inside.
•DRUM: A large, cylindrical container, usually made of metal or plastic, used for storing or shipping large amounts of liquid (like oil) or powders. It is a big barrel.
•TIN: A small, light metal container, often used for food items like cookies, mints, or tea. Sometimes it means a 'can' of food or a paint 'can'.
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LAUNDRY SERVICES
These words are all actions or services you do with clothes when you clean them. They are steps in the laundry process.
Individual words:
•DRY: To remove water from clothes, usually in a machine called a dryer, after washing them. Clothes become dry.
•FOLD: To make clothes neat and flat by bending them over on themselves. You fold laundry to put it away.
•PRESS: To make clothes smooth and remove wrinkles, usually with a hot iron. Dry cleaners often 'press' clothes for a crisp look.
•WASH: To clean clothes using water and soap in a washing machine. This is the first step in doing laundry.
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BRITISH BANDS FORMED IN THE 1970S, WITH "THE"
These are names of famous British rock bands that started in the 1970s. Each band's full name begins with 'The', for example, 'The Clash' or 'The Cure'.
Individual words:
•CLASH: A 'clash' is a strong disagreement or a fight between people or ideas. The band 'The Clash' was known for its punk rock style and rebellious lyrics.
•CURE: A 'cure' is something that makes a sick person healthy again, or solves a problem. 'The Cure' is a well-known rock band with a distinctive alternative sound.
•DAMNED: 'Damned' is an older, strong word often used to express anger or frustration, similar to 'cursed.' 'The Damned' is an influential early punk rock band.
•FALL: To 'fall' means to drop down, or it's the season between summer and winter (also called autumn). 'The Fall' was a British post-punk band known for its unique sound.
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ROCK ___
The word 'ROCK' can be placed before each of these words to create common phrases or types of things in American English.
Individual words:
•BOTTOM: When someone hits 'rock bottom,' it means they have reached the lowest, most difficult point in a situation or their life.
•LOBSTER: A 'rock lobster' is a type of seafood, a crustacean similar to a regular lobster. It's also famous as a popular American song title.
•MUSIC: 'Rock music' is a very popular style of music, often using electric guitars and drums, known for its strong rhythm.
•SALT: 'Rock salt' is a large-grained, coarse type of salt. It is often used to melt ice on roads or for specific cooking purposes.