Green group — ANIMAL NOSES
Why is “TRUNK” in the Green group?
the long, flexible nose of an elephant
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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 — ANIMAL NOSES
Why is “MUZZLE” in the Green group?
the nose and mouth of an animal, especially a dog
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 3, 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.
- SOUND
- Definition: relating to noise or audio
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a body of water
- BARRIER
- Definition: a type of sound barrier, not a physical obstruction
- Why it's tricky: commonly refers to a physical obstruction
- WAVE
- Definition: a type of sound wave, not a water wave
- Why it's tricky: commonly refers to a water wave
- BITE
- Definition: a sound bite, not a physical bite
- Why it's tricky: commonly refers to a physical bite
Connections #21 explained
Why these words connect (July 3, 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: DOG BREEDS
These are all popular breeds of domesticated dogs, known for their loyalty and companionship.
Green group: ANIMAL NOSES
These are all types of noses or mouthparts found in various animals, each with distinct characteristics.
Blue group: TRAFFIC SIGNS
These are all common signs found on roads and highways, used to guide and direct drivers.
Purple group: SOUND ___
These are all words related to sound or audio, including types of sounds and concepts.
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.
“SLOW”
Seems like it belongs to: DOG BREEDS
Actually belongs to: TRAFFIC SIGNS
some dog breeds are slow, but this word is a traffic sign
“STOP”
Seems like it belongs to: ANIMAL NOSES
Actually belongs to: TRAFFIC SIGNS
some animals stop to smell, but this word is a traffic sign
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SLOW” didn't go with DOG BREEDS
Seems like: DOG BREEDS → Actually: TRAFFIC SIGNS
some dog breeds are slow, but this word is a traffic sign
Why “STOP” didn't go with ANIMAL NOSES
Seems like: ANIMAL NOSES → Actually: TRAFFIC SIGNS
some animals stop to smell, but this word is a traffic sign