Purple group — DISNEY DUCKS
Why is “SCROOGE” in the Purple group?
the wealthy uncle of Donald Duck in Disney comics and animation
Connections Hints for July 30, 2023 #48
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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 — ___ CLOCK
Why is “CUCKOO” in the Blue group?
a type of clock that announces the time with a bird-like sound
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 30, 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.
- CUCKOO
- Definition: a type of clock, not just a bird
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, can refer to a bird or a clock
- DAISY
- Definition: a Disney character, not just a flower
- Why it's tricky: common word with multiple meanings
- SCROOGE
- Definition: a Disney character, not just a miserly person
- Why it's tricky: common word with multiple meanings
- KOOKY
- Definition: offbeat or quirky, not just a noun
- Why it's tricky: can be used as an adjective or noun
Connections #48 explained
Why these words connect (July 30, 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: RELATIVES
These are all words that describe a familial relationship, such as a mother, aunt, or cousin.
Green group: SYNONYMS FOR OFFBEAT
These are all words that describe something or someone as unconventional or quirky, such as DAFFY or KOOKY.
Blue group: DISNEY DUCKS
These are all characters from the Disney universe, specifically from the world of Donald Duck, such as DAISY or SCROOGE.
Purple group: ___ CLOCK
These are all types of clocks, such as an ALARM clock or a GRANDFATHER clock.
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.
“DAFFY”
Seems like it belongs to: DISNEY DUCKS
Actually belongs to: SYNONYMS FOR OFFBEAT
DAFFY is a synonym for offbeat, not a Disney duck character
“SCROOGE”
Seems like it belongs to: RELATIVES
Actually belongs to: DISNEY DUCKS
SCROOGE is a Disney character, not a relative
“CUCKOO”
Seems like it belongs to: DISNEY DUCKS
Actually belongs to: ___ CLOCK
CUCKOO is a type of clock, not a Disney duck character
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “DAFFY” didn't go with DISNEY DUCKS
Seems like: DISNEY DUCKS → Actually: SYNONYMS FOR OFFBEAT
DAFFY is a synonym for offbeat, not a Disney duck character
Why “SCROOGE” didn't go with RELATIVES
Seems like: RELATIVES → Actually: DISNEY DUCKS
SCROOGE is a Disney character, not a relative
Why “CUCKOO” didn't go with DISNEY DUCKS
Seems like: DISNEY DUCKS → Actually: ___ CLOCK
CUCKOO is a type of clock, not a Disney duck character