Green group — TV SHOW TITLE SURNAMES
Why is “LASSO” in the Green group?
a surname, as in the TV show title, referring to a type of rope
Connections Hints for September 18, 2023 #98
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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 — WESTERN TROPES
Why is “DRIFTER” in the Blue group?
a person who travels from place to place without a regular home or job
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 18, 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.
- SMART
- Definition: a surname, as in the TV show title
- Why it's tricky: can also mean intelligent or clever
- SHARP
- Definition: having a quick mind
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a physical object or a musical note
- MARS
- Definition: a surname, as in the TV show title
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the planet
- FRONTIER
- Definition: an airline
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a border or an unexplored region
Connections #98 explained
Why these words connect (September 18, 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: INTELLIGENT
These words all describe someone with a high level of intelligence, such as a genius or a prodigy, and are often used to compliment someone's mental abilities.
Green group: AIRLINES
These are all major airlines that operate in the United States, offering flights to various destinations, such as Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Blue group: WESTERN TROPES
These words all describe common characters or themes found in western movies or TV shows, such as cowboys, outlaws, and sheriffs, and are often used to create a sense of nostalgia or drama.
Purple group: TV SHOW TITLE SURNAMES
These words all describe the last names of main characters in popular TV shows, such as Lasso and Mars, and are often used to create a sense of familiarity or recognition.
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.
“SPIRIT”
Seems like it belongs to: INTELLIGENT
Actually belongs to: AIRLINES
while 'spirit' can refer to a mental or emotional state, in this context it's an airline
“SMART”
Seems like it belongs to: INTELLIGENT
Actually belongs to: TV SHOW TITLE SURNAMES
while 'smart' can mean intelligent, in this context it's a surname
“FRONTIER”
Seems like it belongs to: WESTERN TROPES
Actually belongs to: AIRLINES
while 'frontier' can refer to a border or an unexplored region, in this context it's an airline
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SPIRIT” didn't go with INTELLIGENT
Seems like: INTELLIGENT → Actually: AIRLINES
while 'spirit' can refer to a mental or emotional state, in this context it's an airline
Why “SMART” didn't go with INTELLIGENT
Seems like: INTELLIGENT → Actually: TV SHOW TITLE SURNAMES
while 'smart' can mean intelligent, in this context it's a surname
Why “FRONTIER” didn't go with WESTERN TROPES
Seems like: WESTERN TROPES → Actually: AIRLINES
while 'frontier' can refer to a border or an unexplored region, in this context it's an airline