Purple group — JEWELRY
Why is “BROOCH” in the Purple group?
a decorative pin or clasp, often used to fasten clothing
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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
▼Purple group — JEWELRY
Why is “BANGLE” in the Purple group?
a type of rigid bracelet, often worn for decorative purposes
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (August 10, 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.
- RING
- Definition: a horror movie franchise
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a piece of jewelry
- DIAMOND
- Definition: a sports venue shape
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a precious stone
- FIELD
- Definition: a sports venue
- Why it's tricky: also refers to an area of study or expertise
- CHARM
- Definition: to delight or please
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a magical spell or a decorative trinket
Connections #59 explained
Why these words connect (August 10, 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: HORROR FRANCHISES
These are all popular horror movie franchises, known for their terrifying plots and characters.
Green group: SPORTS VENUES
These are all types of sports venues, where various games and competitions are held.
Blue group: MAKE HAPPY
These are all words that mean to delight or please someone, often used in a positive context.
Purple group: JEWELRY
These are all types of jewelry, worn for decorative purposes.
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.
“RING”
Seems like it belongs to: JEWELRY
Actually belongs to: HORROR FRANCHISES
The word 'RING' is also the title of a horror movie franchise, not just a type of jewelry.
“DIAMOND”
Seems like it belongs to: JEWELRY
Actually belongs to: SPORTS VENUES
The word 'DIAMOND' refers to the shape of a baseball field, not just a precious stone.
“COURT”
Seems like it belongs to: HORROR FRANCHISES
Actually belongs to: SPORTS VENUES
The word 'COURT' is also a sports venue, not just a place where legal proceedings are held.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “RING” didn't go with JEWELRY
Seems like: JEWELRY → Actually: HORROR FRANCHISES
The word 'RING' is also the title of a horror movie franchise, not just a type of jewelry.
Why “DIAMOND” didn't go with JEWELRY
Seems like: JEWELRY → Actually: SPORTS VENUES
The word 'DIAMOND' refers to the shape of a baseball field, not just a precious stone.
Why “COURT” didn't go with HORROR FRANCHISES
Seems like: HORROR FRANCHISES → Actually: SPORTS VENUES
The word 'COURT' is also a sports venue, not just a place where legal proceedings are held.