Green group — ANIMAL COVERINGS
Why is “SCALES” in the Green group?
hard, plate-like structures that cover the bodies of fish and reptiles
Connections Hints for October 2, 2023 #112
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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 — “POINTERS”
Why is “ARROW” in the Purple group?
a symbol or indicator used to point or direct attention
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 2, 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.
- STAND
- Definition: to rise to one's feet as a sign of respect
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to be in an upright position or to withstand
- HINT
- Definition: a subtle indication or suggestion
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a clue or a slight implication
- DOG
- Definition: a breed of dog known for pointing, such as a Pointer
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to any canine animal
- DOWN
- Definition: the soft, fluffy feathers of a bird
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a direction or a feeling of sadness
Connections #112 explained
Why these words connect (October 2, 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: WAYS TO SHOW RESPECT
These are all ways to show respect or deference, often in formal or traditional settings, such as bowing or saluting.
Green group: IPHONE APPS
These are all pre-installed apps on an iPhone, used for various purposes such as time-keeping, navigation, or note-taking.
Blue group: ANIMAL COVERINGS
These are all types of natural coverings or protective layers found on various animals, such as birds, mammals, or reptiles.
Purple group: “POINTERS”
These are all types of pointers or indicators, whether they be physical objects, animals, or body parts, used to direct or point to something.
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.
“MAIL”
Seems like it belongs to: WAYS TO SHOW RESPECT
Actually belongs to: IPHONE APPS
while mail can be a formal or respectful way of communication, it is actually an iPhone app in this context
“STAND”
Seems like it belongs to: IPHONE APPS
Actually belongs to: WAYS TO SHOW RESPECT
while there may be an iPhone app called 'Stand', the word 'stand' in this context refers to rising to one's feet as a sign of respect
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MAIL” didn't go with WAYS TO SHOW RESPECT
Seems like: WAYS TO SHOW RESPECT → Actually: IPHONE APPS
while mail can be a formal or respectful way of communication, it is actually an iPhone app in this context
Why “STAND” didn't go with IPHONE APPS
Seems like: IPHONE APPS → Actually: WAYS TO SHOW RESPECT
while there may be an iPhone app called 'Stand', the word 'stand' in this context refers to rising to one's feet as a sign of respect