Green group — SHADES OF GREEN
Why is “KELLY” in the Green group?
a bright green color, named after the Irish surname
Connections Hints for June 27, 2023 #15
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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 — SHADES OF GREEN
Why is “FOREST” in the Green group?
a dark green color, named after the wooded areas
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 27, 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.
- BEAN
- Definition: a type of legume, also a surname
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, can refer to a type of plant or a person's name
- FOX
- Definition: a type of animal, also a surname
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, can refer to an animal or a person's name
- CLEAN
- Definition: free from dirt or impurities, also a surname
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, can refer to a state of being or a person's name
- PEANUT
- Definition: a type of legume, also a term of endearment
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, can refer to a type of food or a term of affection
Connections #15 explained
Why these words connect (June 27, 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: COFFEE DRINKS
These are all types of coffee drinks, including espresso-based drinks and milk-based drinks.
Green group: TREE NUTS
These are all types of tree nuts, commonly used in cooking and baking.
Blue group: SHADES OF GREEN
These are all different shades of the color green, ranging from bright to dark.
Purple group: MR. ___
These are all titles of famous characters, including Mr. Bean and Mr. Peanut.
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.
“ALMOND”
Seems like it belongs to: COFFEE DRINKS
Actually belongs to: TREE NUTS
almond is a type of nut, but it's also a flavor of coffee, making it a tricky word
“BEAN”
Seems like it belongs to: TREE NUTS
Actually belongs to: MR. ___
bean is a type of legume, but it's also a surname, making it a tricky word
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “ALMOND” didn't go with COFFEE DRINKS
Seems like: COFFEE DRINKS → Actually: TREE NUTS
almond is a type of nut, but it's also a flavor of coffee, making it a tricky word
Why “BEAN” didn't go with TREE NUTS
Seems like: TREE NUTS → Actually: MR. ___
bean is a type of legume, but it's also a surname, making it a tricky word