Purple group — CONSECUTIVE DOUBLE LETTERS
Why is “FRICASSEE” in the Purple group?
a type of stew, notable for having consecutive double letters in its spelling
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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 — CONSECUTIVE DOUBLE LETTERS
Why is “BASSOON” in the Green group?
a double-reed woodwind instrument, also having consecutive double letters in its spelling
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 1, 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.
- BASSOON
- Definition: a double-reed woodwind instrument
- Why it's tricky: similar to 'BALLOON' and could be confused with 'WOODWINDS' category
- POUND
- Definition: a unit of weight or the poet Ezra Pound
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and could fit into different categories
- OLDS
- Definition: the poet Sharon Olds
- Why it's tricky: less well-known poet and could be confused with other categories
- STEIN
- Definition: a type of beer mug or the poet Gertrude Stein
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and could fit into different categories
Connections #81 explained
Why these words connect (September 1, 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: DRINK VESSELS
These are all types of containers used for holding liquids, often made of glass or ceramic. They are commonly used for serving and drinking beverages.
Green group: WOODWINDS
These are all types of musical instruments that produce sound when air is blown through a reed or the mouthpiece. They are commonly used in orchestras and other musical ensembles.
Blue group: AMERICAN POETS
These are all notable American poets, known for their contributions to literature and poetry. They have written influential works that are still studied and admired today.
Purple group: CONSECUTIVE DOUBLE LETTERS
These are all words that contain consecutive double letters in their spelling. This is a unique characteristic that sets them apart from other words.
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.
“POUND”
Seems like it belongs to: CONSECUTIVE DOUBLE LETTERS
Actually belongs to: AMERICAN POETS
POUND seems like it could fit into CONSECUTIVE DOUBLE LETTERS due to its double letters, but it actually belongs to AMERICAN POETS as the poet Ezra Pound
“STEIN”
Seems like it belongs to: AMERICAN POETS
Actually belongs to: DRINK VESSELS
STEIN seems like it could fit into AMERICAN POETS as the poet Gertrude Stein, but it actually belongs to DRINK VESSELS as a type of beer mug
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “POUND” didn't go with CONSECUTIVE DOUBLE LETTERS
Seems like: CONSECUTIVE DOUBLE LETTERS → Actually: AMERICAN POETS
POUND seems like it could fit into CONSECUTIVE DOUBLE LETTERS due to its double letters, but it actually belongs to AMERICAN POETS as the poet Ezra Pound
Why “STEIN” didn't go with AMERICAN POETS
Seems like: AMERICAN POETS → Actually: DRINK VESSELS
STEIN seems like it could fit into AMERICAN POETS as the poet Gertrude Stein, but it actually belongs to DRINK VESSELS as a type of beer mug