Green group — RODENTS
Why is “VOLE” in the Green group?
a small rodent, also known as a meadow mouse
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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 — MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Why is “HARP” in the Blue group?
a stringed musical instrument played by plucking
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (August 2, 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.
- MOUSE
- Definition: a computer input device
- Why it's tricky: also a type of rodent
- ORGAN
- Definition: a musical instrument
- Why it's tricky: also a part of the human body
- HORN
- Definition: a musical instrument
- Why it's tricky: also a part of an animal's body
- TRIANGLE
- Definition: a musical instrument
- Why it's tricky: also a geometric shape
Connections #51 explained
Why these words connect (August 2, 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: COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
These are all common computer peripherals, used for input, output, or sound.
Green group: RODENTS
These are all types of small rodents, often kept as pets or found in the wild.
Blue group: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
These are all types of musical instruments, played in orchestras or bands.
Purple group: SYNONYMS FOR COMPLAIN
These are all words that mean to complain or express dissatisfaction.
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.
“MOUSE”
Seems like it belongs to: RODENTS
Actually belongs to: COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
although a mouse is a type of rodent, in this context it refers to a computer input device
“HORN”
Seems like it belongs to: RODENTS
Actually belongs to: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
although some animals have horns, in this context it refers to a musical instrument
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MOUSE” didn't go with RODENTS
Seems like: RODENTS → Actually: COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
although a mouse is a type of rodent, in this context it refers to a computer input device
Why “HORN” didn't go with RODENTS
Seems like: RODENTS → Actually: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
although some animals have horns, in this context it refers to a musical instrument