Yellow group — LONG-HAIRED ANIMALS
Why is “ANGORA” in the Yellow group?
a type of rabbit or cat known for its soft, fluffy fur
Connections Hints for October 3, 2023 #113
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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 — LONG-HAIRED ANIMALS
Why is “ALPACA” in the Green group?
a domesticated mammal native to South America, known for its soft wool
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 3, 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.
- LEAD
- Definition: a type of balloon
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a heavy metal
- JORDAN
- Definition: a sneaker brand
- Why it's tricky: also a country in the Middle East
- YAK
- Definition: a type of long-haired animal
- Why it's tricky: also a type of loud, harsh cry
- GAB
- Definition: to talk idly
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of metal rim
Connections #113 explained
Why these words connect (October 3, 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: LONG-HAIRED ANIMALS
These are all animals known for their long, soft fur, often used for clothing or textiles, such as the angora rabbit or the yak
Green group: PRATTLE ON
These are all verbs meaning to talk idly or excessively, often used to describe someone who talks too much, such as a gossip or a chatterbox
Blue group: SNEAKER BRANDS
These are all popular brands of sneakers, often worn for sports or casual wear, such as Converse or Jordan
Purple group: ___ BALLOON
These are all types of balloons, often used for parties or celebrations, such as a lead balloon or a water balloon
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.
“JORDAN”
Seems like it belongs to: LONG-HAIRED ANIMALS
Actually belongs to: SNEAKER BRANDS
Jordan is a brand of sneakers, not an animal, despite being a common name
“LEAD”
Seems like it belongs to: SNEAKER BRANDS
Actually belongs to: ___ BALLOON
Lead is a type of balloon, not a sneaker brand, despite being a common word
“CHAT”
Seems like it belongs to: SNEAKER BRANDS
Actually belongs to: PRATTLE ON
Chat is a verb meaning to talk, not a sneaker brand
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “JORDAN” didn't go with LONG-HAIRED ANIMALS
Seems like: LONG-HAIRED ANIMALS → Actually: SNEAKER BRANDS
Jordan is a brand of sneakers, not an animal, despite being a common name
Why “LEAD” didn't go with SNEAKER BRANDS
Seems like: SNEAKER BRANDS → Actually: ___ BALLOON
Lead is a type of balloon, not a sneaker brand, despite being a common word
Why “CHAT” didn't go with SNEAKER BRANDS
Seems like: SNEAKER BRANDS → Actually: PRATTLE ON
Chat is a verb meaning to talk, not a sneaker brand