Purple group — SINGULAR OF THINGS SEEN IN PAIRS
Why is “TONG” in the Purple group?
a single, individual part of a pair of pincers or forceps
Connections Hints for October 18, 2023 #128
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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 — SINGULAR OF THINGS SEEN IN PAIRS
Why is “GOGGLE” in the Purple group?
a single, individual part of a pair of goggles or spectacles
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 18, 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.
- BITE
- Definition: a sharp, pungent quality
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to an insect's sting or a portion of food
- KICK
- Definition: a strong, pungent flavor
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a physical kick or a sudden start
- TANG
- Definition: a sharp, pungent quality
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of citrus fruit or a sharp, metallic taste
- ZIP
- Definition: a quality of being lively or energetic
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of fastener or a sudden, brief sound
Connections #128 explained
Why these words connect (October 18, 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: SOMETHING TIRESOME
These words all describe things that are tiresome or boring, and might make you feel like taking a nap. They are all related to the idea of something being dull or uninteresting.
Green group: BIT OF WIND
These words all describe small amounts of wind or air moving. They are all related to the idea of a gentle breeze or a small gust of air.
Blue group: PIQUANCY
These words all describe things that add flavor or excitement to something. They are all related to the idea of something being pungent or lively.
Purple group: SINGULAR OF THINGS SEEN IN PAIRS
These words all describe individual parts of things that are usually seen in pairs. They are all related to the idea of something being a single, individual unit.
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.
“DRAG”
Seems like it belongs to: SINGULAR OF THINGS SEEN IN PAIRS
Actually belongs to: SOMETHING TIRESOME
DRAG seems like it could be a type of clothing, but it actually refers to something that is tiresome or boring
“PUFF”
Seems like it belongs to: SOMETHING TIRESOME
Actually belongs to: BIT OF WIND
PUFF seems like it could be a type of tiresome or boring thing, but it actually refers to a small amount of wind
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “DRAG” didn't go with SINGULAR OF THINGS SEEN IN PAIRS
Seems like: SINGULAR OF THINGS SEEN IN PAIRS → Actually: SOMETHING TIRESOME
DRAG seems like it could be a type of clothing, but it actually refers to something that is tiresome or boring
Why “PUFF” didn't go with SOMETHING TIRESOME
Seems like: SOMETHING TIRESOME → Actually: BIT OF WIND
PUFF seems like it could be a type of tiresome or boring thing, but it actually refers to a small amount of wind