Blue group — STORMS
Why is “SQUALL” in the Blue group?
a sudden strong wind
Connections Hints for July 27, 2023 #45
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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 — STORMS
Why is “CYCLONE” in the Blue group?
a large-scale air mass that rotates around a low-pressure area
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 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.
- MANHATTAN
- Definition: a cocktail made with whiskey and vermouth
- Why it's tricky: also a borough in New York City
- STORM
- Definition: a severe weather condition
- Why it's tricky: can refer to various types of weather phenomena
- CHICAGO
- Definition: a city in Illinois and a movie title
- Why it's tricky: has multiple references in the puzzle
- RIO
- Definition: a city in Brazil and a movie title
- Why it's tricky: has multiple references in the puzzle
Connections #45 explained
Why these words connect (July 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: MOVIE TITLE CITIES
These cities have been featured as titles in various movies, such as CHICAGO and PHILADELPHIA.
Green group: FASHION MAGAZINES
These are all well-known fashion magazines, including ALLURE and ELLE, that feature the latest fashion trends and styles.
Blue group: STORMS
These are all types of storms, including BLIZZARD and CYCLONE, that can cause significant damage and disruption.
Purple group: COCKTAILS
These are all types of cocktails, including COSMOPOLITAN and MANHATTAN, that are often served in bars and restaurants.
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.
“HURRICANE”
Seems like it belongs to: STORMS
Actually belongs to: COCKTAILS
HURRICANE is a type of cocktail, not just a storm
“MANHATTAN”
Seems like it belongs to: MOVIE TITLE CITIES
Actually belongs to: COCKTAILS
MANHATTAN is a cocktail, not just a city
“STORM”
Seems like it belongs to: STORMS
Actually belongs to: none
STORM is not in any group, but could fit into STORMS
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “HURRICANE” didn't go with STORMS
Seems like: STORMS → Actually: COCKTAILS
HURRICANE is a type of cocktail, not just a storm
Why “MANHATTAN” didn't go with MOVIE TITLE CITIES
Seems like: MOVIE TITLE CITIES → Actually: COCKTAILS
MANHATTAN is a cocktail, not just a city
Why “STORM” didn't go with STORMS
Seems like: STORMS → Actually: none
STORM is not in any group, but could fit into STORMS