Green group — SODA BRANDS
Why is “SQUIRT” in the Green group?
a brand of grapefruit-flavored soda, often overlooked in favor of more popular brands
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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 — CLASSIC ROCK BANDS
Why is “KANSAS” in the Blue group?
an American rock band known for their complex compositions and philosophical lyrics
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (August 21, 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.
- RUSH
- Definition: a Canadian rock band
- Why it's tricky: also means to hurry or move quickly
- SPRITE
- Definition: a lemon-lime flavored soda
- Why it's tricky: also a mythical creature or a computing term
- STARK
- Definition: a surname, as in Tony Stark from the Marvel Cinematic Universe
- Why it's tricky: also means harsh or severe
- GENESIS
- Definition: a British rock band
- Why it's tricky: also the first book of the Bible or the origin of something
Connections #70 explained
Why these words connect (August 21, 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: U.S. MOUNTAIN STATES
These states are all located in the western United States and are known for their mountainous terrain, including the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada.
Green group: SODA BRANDS
These are all brands of soda, including citrus-flavored and root beer varieties, that are widely available in stores and restaurants.
Blue group: CLASSIC ROCK BANDS
These are all classic rock bands known for their iconic songs and albums, including Genesis, Kansas, Rush, and Yes, which have all had a significant impact on the music industry.
Purple group: TONY ___
These are all names that start with Tony, including Tony Hawk, Tony Montana, Tony Soprano, and Tony Stark, which are all well-known figures in their respective fields.
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.
“MUG”
Seems like it belongs to: U.S. MOUNTAIN STATES
Actually belongs to: SODA BRANDS
Mug could be a type of mountain peak, but it's actually a brand of root beer
“RUSH”
Seems like it belongs to: U.S. MOUNTAIN STATES
Actually belongs to: CLASSIC ROCK BANDS
Rush could be a type of mountain stream, but it's actually a Canadian rock band
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MUG” didn't go with U.S. MOUNTAIN STATES
Seems like: U.S. MOUNTAIN STATES → Actually: SODA BRANDS
Mug could be a type of mountain peak, but it's actually a brand of root beer
Why “RUSH” didn't go with U.S. MOUNTAIN STATES
Seems like: U.S. MOUNTAIN STATES → Actually: CLASSIC ROCK BANDS
Rush could be a type of mountain stream, but it's actually a Canadian rock band