Connections Answers
Saturday, January 3, 2026
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ARMY RANKS
These are all different levels or positions of authority in the army, from the lowest soldier to a high leader.
Individual words:
•CAPTAIN: A military officer who commands a company of soldiers. It's a mid-level leadership position.
•GENERAL: A very high-ranking officer, one of the top leaders in the army. They command large groups of soldiers.
•MAJOR: An army officer who ranks above a captain. It's an important mid-level leadership role in the military.
•PRIVATE: The lowest rank for a soldier in the army. A private is a basic soldier who does not lead others.
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LEGWEAR IN THE SINGULAR
These are names for types of pants or clothing that covers legs. While commonly referred to in the plural (e.g., 'jeans', 'slacks'), these words are presented here in their singular form.
Individual words:
•JEAN: A type of strong cotton pants, usually blue denim. Very popular casual wear in America. People often say 'jeans' (plural) to refer to a pair.
•JOGGER: Comfortable pants, often made of soft material, that taper at the ankle with elastic. Popular for casual wear or light exercise.
•OVERALL: A one-piece garment that combines pants with a bib top and straps over the shoulders. Often made of denim. Also commonly called 'overalls' (plural).
•SLACK: Formal or semi-formal pants, usually made of a smooth fabric. In American English, people most often say 'slacks' (plural) to refer to a pair.
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RIHANNA #1 HITS
These are all popular number one hit songs by the famous Barbadian singer Rihanna.
Individual words:
•DIAMONDS: A precious, shiny stone often used in jewelry. Rihanna's song "Diamonds" uses this gem as a metaphor for feeling beautiful and strong.
•SOS: An international code, S-O-S, used for calling for help in an emergency. Rihanna's song "SOS" is about needing love and rescue from someone.
•UMBRELLA: An object you hold above your head to protect yourself from rain or sun. Rihanna's song "Umbrella" is about offering protection and support to a loved one.
•WORK: Effort applied to a task or job. Rihanna's song "Work" describes the effort and energy needed in a romantic relationship, often with a danceable rhythm.
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WET ___
These words all combine with 'WET' to form common phrases or idioms in English.
Individual words:
•BAR: A 'wet bar' is a small area in a house or room for making drinks, usually with a sink and water.
•BLANKET: A 'wet blanket' is an idiom for someone who spoils other people's fun or enthusiasm. They make things less exciting.
•NURSE: A 'wet nurse' is a woman who breastfeeds and cares for another woman's baby, typically during historical times.
•WILLY: A 'wet willy' is a playful prank where someone wets their finger with saliva and quickly puts it into another person's ear.