Yellow group — OFF-WHITE SHADES
Why is “EGGSHELL” in the Yellow group?
a very pale, delicate color, like the inside of an eggshell
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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 — KINDS OF MEAT
Why is “VENISON” in the Green group?
the meat of a deer, often used in fine dining
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 30, 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.
- STAKE
- Definition: a sharp wooden pole used to kill vampires
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a bet or wager
- MIRROR
- Definition: a reflective surface used to repel vampires
- Why it's tricky: commonly used for personal grooming
- VENISON
- Definition: the meat of a deer
- Why it's tricky: not as commonly consumed as other meats
- TIFF
- Definition: a petty argument
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of image file
Connections #18 explained
Why these words connect (June 30, 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: OFF-WHITE SHADES
These are all colors that are similar to white, often used in design and fashion. They are all names of specific shades that are commonly used to describe a range of colors.
Green group: ANTI-VAMPIRE
These are all objects or methods that are commonly used to repel or kill vampires in folklore and popular culture. They are often used in stories and films to add a sense of danger and suspense.
Blue group: KINDS OF MEAT
These are all types of meat that are commonly consumed in different parts of the world. They are often used in a variety of dishes and are a staple of many cuisines.
Purple group: SYNONYMS FOR ARGUMENT
These are all words that are used to describe a disagreement or fight between two or more people. They are often used in everyday conversation to add emphasis or emotion to a statement.
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.
“STAKE”
Seems like it belongs to: KINDS OF MEAT
Actually belongs to: ANTI-VAMPIRE
while a stake can be used to cook meat, in this context it refers to a vampire-killing tool
“ROW”
Seems like it belongs to: KINDS OF MEAT
Actually belongs to: SYNONYMS FOR ARGUMENT
while a row can refer to a line of objects, in this context it refers to a type of argument
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “STAKE” didn't go with KINDS OF MEAT
Seems like: KINDS OF MEAT → Actually: ANTI-VAMPIRE
while a stake can be used to cook meat, in this context it refers to a vampire-killing tool
Why “ROW” didn't go with KINDS OF MEAT
Seems like: KINDS OF MEAT → Actually: SYNONYMS FOR ARGUMENT
while a row can refer to a line of objects, in this context it refers to a type of argument