Yellow group — BEANS
Why is “FAVA” in the Yellow group?
a type of bean, also known as broad beans
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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 — CITIES BEGINNING WITH “L”
Why is “LUXOR” in the Green group?
a city in Egypt, known for its ancient temples and tombs
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 13, 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.
- LINE
- Definition: a row of words in poetry
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a queue or a phone connection
- VERSE
- Definition: a line or stanza in poetry
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a biblical verse
- METER
- Definition: a rhythmic pattern in poetry
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a measuring device
- RHYME
- Definition: a word with the same ending sound
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a phrase or song with a repetitive sound
- STALLION
- Definition: a male horse, also a rapper's stage name
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a male horse in general
Connections #123 explained
Why these words connect (October 13, 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: BEANS
These are all types of beans, commonly used in cooking, including FAVA, KIDNEY, LIMA, and PINTO.
Green group: CITIES BEGINNING WITH “L”
These are all cities that start with the letter L, including LAGOS, LIMERICK, LINCOLN, and LUXOR, which are located in different parts of the world.
Blue group: POETRY TERMS
These are all terms used in poetry, including LINE, METER, RHYME, and VERSE, which are used to create rhythm and structure in poems.
Purple group: “THE(E) ___” RAPPERS
These are all stage names of famous rappers, including THE CREATOR, THE DUDE, THE RAPPER, and THE STALLION, who are known for their unique styles and lyrics.
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.
“LINE”
Seems like it belongs to: POETRY TERMS
Actually belongs to: POETRY TERMS
Although it seems like it belongs to POETRY TERMS, it's actually a part of it, but can be misleading due to its multiple meanings
“STALLION”
Seems like it belongs to: POETRY TERMS
Actually belongs to: “THE(E) ___” RAPPERS
The word STALLION seems like it belongs to POETRY TERMS due to its use in literature, but it's actually a stage name for a rapper
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “LINE” didn't go with POETRY TERMS
Seems like: POETRY TERMS → Actually: POETRY TERMS
Although it seems like it belongs to POETRY TERMS, it's actually a part of it, but can be misleading due to its multiple meanings
Why “STALLION” didn't go with POETRY TERMS
Seems like: POETRY TERMS → Actually: “THE(E) ___” RAPPERS
The word STALLION seems like it belongs to POETRY TERMS due to its use in literature, but it's actually a stage name for a rapper