Blue group — MARINE BIRDS
Why is “BOOBY” in the Blue group?
a large seabird with a distinctive call
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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
▼Blue group — MARINE BIRDS
Why is “PUFFIN” in the Blue group?
a small to medium-sized seabird with a distinctive beak
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 24, 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.
- BOOBY
- Definition: a type of marine bird
- Why it's tricky: also a slang term for a foolish person
- BEACH
- Definition: a type of boys, as in the musical group
- Why it's tricky: more commonly refers to a landform
- CANARY
- Definition: a type of yellow bird
- Why it's tricky: also a color and a type of song
- PUFFIN
- Definition: a type of marine bird
- Why it's tricky: also a term for a person who puffs or inflates something
Connections #42 explained
Why these words connect (July 24, 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: SYNONYMS FOR ANGRY
These words all convey a strong sense of anger or irritation, and can be used interchangeably in certain contexts to describe someone who is upset or enraged.
Green group: THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW
These words all describe things that are typically yellow in color, including fruits, animals, and objects, and can be used to describe something that is bright and cheerful.
Blue group: MARINE BIRDS
These birds are all known to inhabit marine environments, such as coastal areas and islands, and can be found in various parts of the world, including the Arctic and the tropics.
Purple group: ___ BOYS
These words are all names of well-known musical groups, including rock bands and boy bands, and can be used to describe a group of male musicians who perform together.
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.
“BEACH”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW
Actually belongs to: ___ BOYS
while beaches are often associated with yellow sand, the term 'Beach Boys' refers to a musical group
“CANARY”
Seems like it belongs to: MARINE BIRDS
Actually belongs to: THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW
while canaries are birds, they are not typically marine birds and are instead known for their yellow color
“GULL”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW
Actually belongs to: MARINE BIRDS
while some gulls may have yellow feathers, they are primarily known as marine birds
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BEACH” didn't go with THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW
Seems like: THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW → Actually: ___ BOYS
while beaches are often associated with yellow sand, the term 'Beach Boys' refers to a musical group
Why “CANARY” didn't go with MARINE BIRDS
Seems like: MARINE BIRDS → Actually: THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW
while canaries are birds, they are not typically marine birds and are instead known for their yellow color
Why “GULL” didn't go with THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW
Seems like: THINGS THAT ARE YELLOW → Actually: MARINE BIRDS
while some gulls may have yellow feathers, they are primarily known as marine birds