Blue group — STATES OF MATTER
Why is “PLASMA” in the Blue group?
a high-energy state of matter, often found in stars
Connections Hints for August 15, 2023 #64
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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 — THINGS WITH RINGS
Why is “SATURN” in the Green group?
a planet in our solar system known for its ring system
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (August 15, 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.
- SPIRIT
- Definition: a lively or energetic quality
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a ghost or supernatural being
- STEAM
- Definition: a state of water
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of energy or power
- JUICE
- Definition: a liquid substance
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to energy or vitality
- VIGOR
- Definition: physical or mental strength
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of energy or vitality
Connections #64 explained
Why these words connect (August 15, 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: STATES OF MATTER
These are all states in which matter can exist, including solid, liquid, gas, and plasma.
Green group: ENERGY
These are all types of energy or vitality, including physical and mental strength.
Blue group: CLASSICAL ELEMENTS
These are all elements from ancient Greek philosophy, including earth, air, fire, and water.
Purple group: THINGS WITH RINGS
These are all things that have rings, including celestial bodies, trees, and wedding ceremonies.
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.
“FIRE”
Seems like it belongs to: ENERGY
Actually belongs to: CLASSICAL ELEMENTS
FIRE seems like a source of energy, but it's actually one of the classical elements
“STEAM”
Seems like it belongs to: STATES OF MATTER
Actually belongs to: ENERGY
STEAM seems like a state of matter, but it's actually a type of energy
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FIRE” didn't go with ENERGY
Seems like: ENERGY → Actually: CLASSICAL ELEMENTS
FIRE seems like a source of energy, but it's actually one of the classical elements
Why “STEAM” didn't go with STATES OF MATTER
Seems like: STATES OF MATTER → Actually: ENERGY
STEAM seems like a state of matter, but it's actually a type of energy