Blue group — MUPPETS
Why is “SCOOTER” in the Blue group?
a Muppet character who is the assistant to Kermit the Frog
Connections Hints for September 21, 2023 #101
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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 — MUPPETS
Why is “BEAKER” in the Blue group?
a Muppet character who is the assistant to Dr. Bunsen Honeydew
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 21, 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.
- MITT
- Definition: a slang term for hand
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a baseball glove
- DOG
- Definition: a slang term for foot
- Why it's tricky: commonly refers to the animal
- PIGGY
- Definition: a slang term for toe
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a small pig
- DIGIT
- Definition: a finger or toe
- Why it's tricky: commonly refers to a numerical value
Connections #101 explained
Why these words connect (September 21, 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: RESTAURANT WORKERS
These are all common occupations found in a restaurant, including those who prepare and serve food and drinks.
Green group: MOTOR VEHICLES
These are all types of vehicles that can be driven or ridden on roads, including public transportation and personal vehicles.
Blue group: MUPPETS
These are all characters from the popular Muppet franchise, including musicians, scientists, and other beloved personalities.
Purple group: HAND- AND FOOT-RELATED SLANG
These are all slang terms used to refer to hands, fingers, feet, or toes, often used in informal or colloquial contexts.
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.
“HOST”
Seems like it belongs to: MUPPETS
Actually belongs to: RESTAURANT WORKERS
while there is a Muppet character named Rizzo the Rat who is a host, the word 'HOST' is more commonly associated with restaurant workers
“BUS”
Seems like it belongs to: MUPPETS
Actually belongs to: MOTOR VEHICLES
while the Muppets have been known to travel by bus, the word 'BUS' is more commonly associated with motor vehicles
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “HOST” didn't go with MUPPETS
Seems like: MUPPETS → Actually: RESTAURANT WORKERS
while there is a Muppet character named Rizzo the Rat who is a host, the word 'HOST' is more commonly associated with restaurant workers
Why “BUS” didn't go with MUPPETS
Seems like: MUPPETS → Actually: MOTOR VEHICLES
while the Muppets have been known to travel by bus, the word 'BUS' is more commonly associated with motor vehicles