Green group — SHIRT FEATURES
Why is “CUFF” in the Green group?
the folded or turned-up end of a sleeve
Connections Hints for September 19, 2023 #99
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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 — SHIRT FEATURES
Why is “COLLAR” in the Green group?
the part of a shirt that fits around the neck
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 19, 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.
- BOND
- Definition: a connection or relationship
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of investment or a James Bond film
- LINK
- Definition: a connection or relationship
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a hyperlink or a chain link
- TAB
- Definition: a window or section in a web browser
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a small flap or tag
- WINDOW
- Definition: a frame or opening in a computer interface
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to an opening in a building or a period of time
Connections #99 explained
Why these words connect (September 19, 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: WEB BROWSER-RELATED
These are all terms related to web browsers, including features and functions.
Green group: SHIRT FEATURES
These are all features or components of a shirt, including fasteners and pockets.
Blue group: CONNECTION
These are all terms that describe a connection or relationship between things, including bonds and ties.
Purple group: DIRTY ___
These are all phrases that start with the word 'dirty', including idioms and expressions.
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.
“BUTTON”
Seems like it belongs to: WEB BROWSER-RELATED
Actually belongs to: SHIRT FEATURES
while web browsers have buttons, this word is more closely related to shirt features
“LINK”
Seems like it belongs to: WEB BROWSER-RELATED
Actually belongs to: CONNECTION
while web browsers have links, this word is more closely related to connections or relationships
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BUTTON” didn't go with WEB BROWSER-RELATED
Seems like: WEB BROWSER-RELATED → Actually: SHIRT FEATURES
while web browsers have buttons, this word is more closely related to shirt features
Why “LINK” didn't go with WEB BROWSER-RELATED
Seems like: WEB BROWSER-RELATED → Actually: CONNECTION
while web browsers have links, this word is more closely related to connections or relationships