Yellow group — PRODUCED BY TREES
Why is “POLLEN” in the Yellow group?
fine powder produced by trees and other plants for reproduction
Connections Hints for September 27, 2023 #107
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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 — THINGS WITH EYE(S)
Why is “HURRICANE” in the Blue group?
a type of storm with a central eye
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 27, 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.
- CONE
- Definition: a reproductive structure of coniferous trees
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of ice cream or geometric shape
- MARK
- Definition: a person targeted by a scheme
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a symbol or a grade
- FACE
- Definition: the front of the head
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the surface of an object or a social expression
- EYE
- Definition: the organ of sight
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a storm's center or a hole in a needle
Connections #107 explained
Why these words connect (September 27, 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: PRODUCED BY TREES
These are all things that trees produce, such as seeds, reproductive structures, and sap.
Green group: CANDY STORE TREATS
These are all types of treats that you might find in a candy store, including sweets and chewing gum.
Blue group: TARGET OF A SCHEME
These are all words that describe someone who is being tricked or deceived, often in a clever or dishonest way.
Purple group: THINGS WITH EYE(S)
These are all things that have an eye or eyes, whether it's a physical object or a concept like a storm.
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.
“CHOCOLATE”
Seems like it belongs to: PRODUCED BY TREES
Actually belongs to: CANDY STORE TREATS
while cacao trees produce chocolate, it's not a direct product of trees in this context
“NEEDLE”
Seems like it belongs to: CANDY STORE TREATS
Actually belongs to: THINGS WITH EYE(S)
needles have an eye, but are not typically found in candy stores
“SAP”
Seems like it belongs to: CANDY STORE TREATS
Actually belongs to: PRODUCED BY TREES
while sap can be used to make syrup, it's not a typical candy store treat
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “CHOCOLATE” didn't go with PRODUCED BY TREES
Seems like: PRODUCED BY TREES → Actually: CANDY STORE TREATS
while cacao trees produce chocolate, it's not a direct product of trees in this context
Why “NEEDLE” didn't go with CANDY STORE TREATS
Seems like: CANDY STORE TREATS → Actually: THINGS WITH EYE(S)
needles have an eye, but are not typically found in candy stores
Why “SAP” didn't go with CANDY STORE TREATS
Seems like: CANDY STORE TREATS → Actually: PRODUCED BY TREES
while sap can be used to make syrup, it's not a typical candy store treat