Yellow group — BEDS
Why is “Trundle” in the Yellow group?
a type of bed with multiple mattresses, often stored under a main bed
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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
▼Yellow group — BEDS
Why is “Murphy” in the Yellow group?
a type of bed that folds up against a wall when not in use
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 25, 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.
- Pilot
- Definition: a Honda vehicle model
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person flying an aircraft
- Link
- Definition: the protagonist of the Legend of Zelda series
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a connection or a hyperlink
- Passport
- Definition: a Honda vehicle model
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a travel document
- Crash
- Definition: the main character of the Crash Bandicoot series
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a collision or a system failure
Connections #13 explained
Why these words connect (June 25, 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: BEDS
These are all types of beds, including ones that fold up or have multiple mattresses. They are all designed for sleeping or resting.
Green group: FAMOUS BROTHERS
These are all famous brothers, including the Jonas Brothers, the Marx Brothers, and the Wright brothers. They are all known for their achievements in their respective fields.
Blue group: HONDAS
These are all models of Honda vehicles, including cars, SUVs, and trucks. They are all produced by the Japanese automaker Honda.
Purple group: VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS
These are all main characters from popular video games, including Crash Bandicoot, Link from Zelda, and Sonic the Hedgehog. They are all well-known characters in the gaming world.
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.
“Pilot”
Seems like it belongs to: VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS
Actually belongs to: HONDAS
Pilot is a Honda vehicle model, not a video game character. It's a common word with multiple meanings.
“Link”
Seems like it belongs to: HONDAS
Actually belongs to: VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS
Link is the protagonist of the Legend of Zelda series, not a Honda vehicle model. The name can be misleading.
“Passport”
Seems like it belongs to: VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS
Actually belongs to: HONDAS
Passport is a Honda vehicle model, not a video game character. The name can be confusing due to its common use as a travel document.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “Pilot” didn't go with VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS
Seems like: VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS → Actually: HONDAS
Pilot is a Honda vehicle model, not a video game character. It's a common word with multiple meanings.
Why “Link” didn't go with HONDAS
Seems like: HONDAS → Actually: VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS
Link is the protagonist of the Legend of Zelda series, not a Honda vehicle model. The name can be misleading.
Why “Passport” didn't go with VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS
Seems like: VIDEO GAME CHARACTERS → Actually: HONDAS
Passport is a Honda vehicle model, not a video game character. The name can be confusing due to its common use as a travel document.