Blue group — SHADES OF BLUE
Why is “POWDER” in the Blue group?
a pale blue color, also known as powder blue
Connections Hints for June 17, 2023 #5
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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
▼Green group — RAPPERS
Why is “Q-TIP” in the Green group?
stage name of rapper Jonathan Davis, also known for his work with A Tribe Called Quest
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 17, 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.
- CHANCE
- Definition: a Monopoly square where players draw a card
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to probability or luck
- ROYAL
- Definition: a shade of blue
- Why it's tricky: also refers to monarchs or nobility
- COMMON
- Definition: a rapper's stage name
- Why it's tricky: also means ordinary or shared
- FUTURE
- Definition: a rapper's stage name
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a time period or prospect
Connections #5 explained
Why these words connect (June 17, 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: MONOPOLY SQUARES
These are all names of squares on a standard Monopoly board, including some of the most valuable properties like Boardwalk and Park Place.
Green group: SHADES OF BLUE
These are all different shades of the color blue, ranging from pale pastels to deep, rich tones like midnight blue.
Blue group: RAPPERS
These are all stage names of famous rappers, including Common, Future, and Ice Cube, who have made significant contributions to hip-hop music.
Purple group: MEMBERS OF A SEPTET
These are all names of the seven siblings from the musical 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers', including the brothers and their brides.
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.
“SEA”
Seems like it belongs to: SHADES OF BLUE
Actually belongs to: MEMBERS OF A SEPTET
while the sea can appear blue, the word 'sea' is actually part of the septet in the musical 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers'
“COMMON”
Seems like it belongs to: MEMBERS OF A SEPTET
Actually belongs to: RAPPERS
the rapper Common is not related to the concept of commonality in a septet
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SEA” didn't go with SHADES OF BLUE
Seems like: SHADES OF BLUE → Actually: MEMBERS OF A SEPTET
while the sea can appear blue, the word 'sea' is actually part of the septet in the musical 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers'
Why “COMMON” didn't go with MEMBERS OF A SEPTET
Seems like: MEMBERS OF A SEPTET → Actually: RAPPERS
the rapper Common is not related to the concept of commonality in a septet