Blue group — '60S BAND MEMBERS
Why is “BYRD” in the Blue group?
American folk rock band known for hits like 'Mr. Tambourine Man'
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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 — DANCE FADS
Why is “MASHED POTATO” in the Green group?
a 1960s dance fad popularized by Dee Dee Sharp
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 4, 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.
- BYRD
- Definition: a member of the American folk rock band The Byrds
- Why it's tricky: can be confused with the word 'bird'
- LINKS
- Definition: a connection or relationship between things
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including golf course features
- CHAIN
- Definition: a series of linked metal rings
- Why it's tricky: can refer to various concepts, including chemistry and music
- TWIST
- Definition: a dance move or a turn in a story
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a dance and a plot development
Connections #22 explained
Why these words connect (July 4, 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: '60S BAND MEMBERS
These are all names of popular music groups from the 1960s, known for their significant contributions to the music industry.
Green group: DANCE FADS
These are all names of popular dance fads that became widespread and iconic in their time, often associated with specific songs or music genres.
Blue group: MAGAZINES
These are all titles of popular magazines that focus on various topics such as business, music, fashion, and technology.
Purple group: THINGS WITH LINKS
These are all things that have links or connections, whether physical, like chains, or conceptual, like websites.
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.
“ROLLING STONE”
Seems like it belongs to: '60S BAND MEMBERS
Actually belongs to: MAGAZINES
while the Rolling Stones are a band, Rolling Stone is also a magazine
“CHAIN”
Seems like it belongs to: MAGAZINES
Actually belongs to: THINGS WITH LINKS
Chain can refer to a series of linked items, but also a type of magazine or publication
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “ROLLING STONE” didn't go with '60S BAND MEMBERS
Seems like: '60S BAND MEMBERS → Actually: MAGAZINES
while the Rolling Stones are a band, Rolling Stone is also a magazine
Why “CHAIN” didn't go with MAGAZINES
Seems like: MAGAZINES → Actually: THINGS WITH LINKS
Chain can refer to a series of linked items, but also a type of magazine or publication