Green group — PULL
Why is “WRENCH” in the Green group?
a tool used for applying torque
Connections Hints for October 15, 2023 #125
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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 — TITLE MOVIE ANIMALS
Why is “CHARLOTTE” in the Purple group?
a spider and main character in a children's book
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 15, 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.
- LEVEL
- Definition: a tool used to ensure evenness
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a stage or rank
- FILE
- Definition: a tool used for smoothing
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a digital document
- SAW
- Definition: a tool used for cutting
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to past tense of 'see'
- Definition: a shortcut command
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a physical copy
Connections #125 explained
Why these words connect (October 15, 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: TOOLS
These are all common tools used in various tasks, including construction and crafting. They are often used for specific purposes, such as cutting or shaping materials.
Green group: PULL
These are all verbs that involve applying force to move or manipulate something. They are often used in everyday situations, such as opening doors or moving objects.
Blue group: SHORTCUT COMMANDS
These are all common shortcut commands used in computer applications, such as copying and pasting text or printing documents. They are often used to increase productivity and efficiency.
Purple group: TITLE MOVIE ANIMALS
These are all animals that are the main characters in movies, including Babe the pig and Beethoven the dog. They are often the central figures in their respective stories.
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.
“WRENCH”
Seems like it belongs to: TOOLS
Actually belongs to: PULL
Wrench is a tool, but it's also a verb meaning to pull or twist
“LEVEL”
Seems like it belongs to: SHORTCUT COMMANDS
Actually belongs to: TOOLS
Level can refer to a tool, but also a concept in video games
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “WRENCH” didn't go with TOOLS
Seems like: TOOLS → Actually: PULL
Wrench is a tool, but it's also a verb meaning to pull or twist
Why “LEVEL” didn't go with SHORTCUT COMMANDS
Seems like: SHORTCUT COMMANDS → Actually: TOOLS
Level can refer to a tool, but also a concept in video games