Yellow group — STATES OF ELATION
Why is “CLOUD NINE” in the Yellow group?
a state of perfect happiness, derived from ancient Greek mythology
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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 — SCAM
Why is “RACKET” in the Green group?
a noisy commotion or a fraudulent scheme, often used in the context of organized crime
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (August 28, 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.
- CLOUD NINE
- Definition: a state of perfect happiness
- Why it's tricky: can be mistaken for a weather-related term
- FAST ONE
- Definition: a swindle or deception
- Why it's tricky: can be confused with a phrase for speed
- RACKET
- Definition: a noisy commotion or a fraudulent scheme
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a sports equipment
- BUCKET
- Definition: a list of things to do before dying
- Why it's tricky: more commonly refers to a container
Connections #77 explained
Why these words connect (August 28, 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 ELATION
These are all terms used to describe a state of perfect happiness or bliss, often used in everyday language to express joy or contentment.
Green group: SCAM
These are all terms used to describe a swindle or deception, often used in the context of organized crime or fraudulent activities.
Blue group: GREETING GESTURES
These are all physical actions used to greet or acknowledge someone, often used in social interactions to show respect or friendship.
Purple group: ___ LIST
These are all types of lists or collections, often used to categorize or prioritize items.
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.
“SHAKE”
Seems like it belongs to: SCAM
Actually belongs to: GREETING GESTURES
while a shake can be a deceitful move, in this context it refers to a greeting gesture
“FAST ONE”
Seems like it belongs to: GREETING GESTURES
Actually belongs to: SCAM
a fast one can be a quick greeting, but in this context it refers to a swindle
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SHAKE” didn't go with SCAM
Seems like: SCAM → Actually: GREETING GESTURES
while a shake can be a deceitful move, in this context it refers to a greeting gesture
Why “FAST ONE” didn't go with GREETING GESTURES
Seems like: GREETING GESTURES → Actually: SCAM
a fast one can be a quick greeting, but in this context it refers to a swindle