Yellow group — BIOMES
Why is “TUNDRA” in the Yellow group?
a cold, treeless region found in Arctic and sub-Arctic zones
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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 — LIZARDS
Why is “GECKO” in the Green group?
a small to medium-sized lizard that is often found in warm, humid climates
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 28, 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.
- LOTUS
- Definition: a yoga pose
- Why it's tricky: also a flower and a car brand
- MONITOR
- Definition: a type of lizard
- Why it's tricky: also a computer screen
- TREE
- Definition: a yoga pose
- Why it's tricky: also a common noun for a plant
- WARRIOR
- Definition: a yoga pose
- Why it's tricky: also a general term for a fighter
Connections #46 explained
Why these words connect (July 28, 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: BIOMES
These are all types of ecosystems found on Earth, each with unique characteristics and features.
Green group: LIZARDS
These are all types of reptiles that belong to the lizard family, known for their scaly skin and cold-blooded nature.
Blue group: YOGA POSES
These are all names of yoga poses, each with its own unique benefits and challenges for the practitioner.
Purple group: DANCES WHEN DOUBLED
These are all names of dances that become valid when the word is doubled, such as the 'can-can' or 'cha-cha'.
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.
“MONITOR”
Seems like it belongs to: a computer-related term
Actually belongs to: LIZARDS
The word 'monitor' is often associated with computers, but in this context, it refers to a type of lizard.
“LOTUS”
Seems like it belongs to: a flower or car brand
Actually belongs to: YOGA POSES
The word 'lotus' has multiple meanings, but in this context, it refers to a yoga pose.
“TREE”
Seems like it belongs to: a plant
Actually belongs to: YOGA POSES
The word 'tree' is often associated with plants, but in this context, it refers to a yoga pose.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MONITOR” didn't go with a computer-related term
Seems like: a computer-related term → Actually: LIZARDS
The word 'monitor' is often associated with computers, but in this context, it refers to a type of lizard.
Why “LOTUS” didn't go with a flower or car brand
Seems like: a flower or car brand → Actually: YOGA POSES
The word 'lotus' has multiple meanings, but in this context, it refers to a yoga pose.
Why “TREE” didn't go with a plant
Seems like: a plant → Actually: YOGA POSES
The word 'tree' is often associated with plants, but in this context, it refers to a yoga pose.