Green group — ANIMAL SOUNDS
Why is “CLUCK” in the Green group?
the sound a hen makes, often to communicate with her chicks
Connections Hints for September 12, 2023 #92
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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 — INSIDE INFO
Why is “SCOOP” in the Purple group?
exclusive or inside information, often used in journalism
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 12, 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.
- BUZZ
- Definition: the sound a bee makes
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to excitement or a rumor
- ROOT
- Definition: the underground part of a tree
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the source of something or a mathematical operation
- SKINNY
- Definition: gossip or inside information
- Why it's tricky: more commonly means thin or slender
- DIRT
- Definition: gossip or scandalous information
- Why it's tricky: more commonly refers to soil or filth
Connections #92 explained
Why these words connect (September 12, 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: HOT DRINKS
These are all popular hot drinks, often consumed in the morning or as a pick-me-up. They're commonly found in cafes and households around the world.
Green group: ANIMAL SOUNDS
These are all sounds made by different animals, often used for communication or expression. They're commonly found in nature or in zoos.
Blue group: TREE FEATURES
These are all parts of a tree, each serving a different function. They're commonly found in forests or parks.
Purple group: INSIDE INFO
These are all words related to inside information or gossip. They're commonly used in journalism or everyday conversation.
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.
“BUZZ”
Seems like it belongs to: HOT DRINKS
Actually belongs to: ANIMAL SOUNDS
while 'buzz' can refer to the excitement of drinking coffee, it's actually the sound a bee makes
“ROOT”
Seems like it belongs to: INSIDE INFO
Actually belongs to: TREE FEATURES
while 'root' can refer to the source of information, it's actually a part of a tree
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BUZZ” didn't go with HOT DRINKS
Seems like: HOT DRINKS → Actually: ANIMAL SOUNDS
while 'buzz' can refer to the excitement of drinking coffee, it's actually the sound a bee makes
Why “ROOT” didn't go with INSIDE INFO
Seems like: INSIDE INFO → Actually: TREE FEATURES
while 'root' can refer to the source of information, it's actually a part of a tree