Green group — CONDIMENTS
Why is “TARTAR” in the Green group?
a type of condiment made from pickled cucumbers
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Tricky Words in Today's Connections
▼Definitions for the most unusual words in today's puzzle
Tricky Words in Today's Connections
▼Blue group — STREAMING SERVICES
Why is “PEACOCK” in the Blue group?
a streaming service owned by NBCUniversal
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 16, 2023)
Several words in today's puzzle have multiple meanings or obscure definitions that can throw you off. Here's what each one means in the context of this Connections grid.
- BLUE
- Definition: feeling sad or depressed
- Why it's tricky: also a color
- GREEN
- Definition: a character in the board game Clue
- Why it's tricky: also a color and an environmental term
- LOW
- Definition: feeling sad or depressed
- Why it's tricky: also a term for something that is not high or elevated
- MAYO
- Definition: a type of condiment
- Why it's tricky: also a surname and a term for the month of May
Connections #4 explained
Why these words connect (June 16, 2023)
Understanding the logic behind each group helps you spot similar patterns in future puzzles. Here's the reasoning for every category in today's Connections.
Yellow group: STREAMING SERVICES
These are all popular streaming services that offer a wide range of TV shows and movies, including original content. They have become a major part of modern entertainment, with many people cutting the cord and switching to streaming services instead of traditional TV.
Green group: CONDIMENTS
These are all types of condiments that are commonly used to add flavor to food. They can be found in most kitchens and are often used to enhance the taste of various dishes.
Blue group: SYNONYMS FOR SAD
These are all words that are used to describe a feeling of sadness or depression. They can be used interchangeably in different contexts to convey a sense of emotional distress.
Purple group: CLUE CHARACTERS
These are all characters from the classic detective board game Clue. Each character has their own unique personality and backstory, and players must use deduction and strategy to figure out who committed the crime.
Red herrings and trap words explained
These words were designed to mislead you. Understanding why they don't belong where you first think sharpens your game for tomorrow.
“GREEN”
Seems like it belongs to: SYNONYMS FOR SAD
Actually belongs to: CLUE CHARACTERS
The word 'green' can also mean feeling unwell or nauseous, but in this context, it refers to a character in the board game Clue.
“BLUE”
Seems like it belongs to: CLUE CHARACTERS
Actually belongs to: SYNONYMS FOR SAD
The word 'blue' can also refer to a color, but in this context, it means feeling sad or depressed.
“MUSTARD”
Seems like it belongs to: CONDIMENTS
Actually belongs to: CLUE CHARACTERS
The word 'mustard' can also refer to a type of condiment, but in this context, it refers to a character in the board game Clue.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “GREEN” didn't go with SYNONYMS FOR SAD
Seems like: SYNONYMS FOR SAD → Actually: CLUE CHARACTERS
The word 'green' can also mean feeling unwell or nauseous, but in this context, it refers to a character in the board game Clue.
Why “BLUE” didn't go with CLUE CHARACTERS
Seems like: CLUE CHARACTERS → Actually: SYNONYMS FOR SAD
The word 'blue' can also refer to a color, but in this context, it means feeling sad or depressed.
Why “MUSTARD” didn't go with CONDIMENTS
Seems like: CONDIMENTS → Actually: CLUE CHARACTERS
The word 'mustard' can also refer to a type of condiment, but in this context, it refers to a character in the board game Clue.