Blue group — 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
Why is “SWAN” in the Blue group?
a gift on the 7th day of Christmas, referring to the song 'The Twelve Days of Christmas'
Connections Hints for October 25, 2023 #135
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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 — ___ SYRUP
Why is “SIMPLE” in the Purple group?
a type of syrup, likely referring to a medical or herbal context
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 25, 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.
- PERFECT
- Definition: a verb tense
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a grammatical term and a general adjective
- PRESENT
- Definition: a verb tense
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a gift or the current moment
- LORD
- Definition: a term used in exclamations
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a title of nobility or a deity
- RING
- Definition: a gift on the 5th day of Christmas
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a circular object and a sound
Connections #135 explained
Why these words connect (October 25, 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: GRAMMAR TENSE TERMS
These are all terms used to describe verb tenses in grammar, including the past, present, and future. They are connected by their function in describing when an action takes place.
Green group: “GRACIOUS ME!”
These are all words used in exclamations of surprise or gratitude, often in a humorous or ironic tone. They are connected by their function in expressing strong emotions.
Blue group: 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
These are all gifts given on specific days in the song 'The Twelve Days of Christmas'. They are connected by their appearance in the traditional Christmas carol.
Purple group: ___ SYRUP
These are all types of syrups, which can be used as food toppings or in medical contexts. They are connected by their function as sweet or medicinal liquids.
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.
“LORD”
Seems like it belongs to: GRAMMAR TENSE TERMS
Actually belongs to: “GRACIOUS ME!”
The word 'LORD' might seem like a grammatical term, but it's actually an exclamation of surprise or gratitude.
“RING”
Seems like it belongs to: ___ SYRUP
Actually belongs to: 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
The word 'RING' might seem like a type of syrup, but it's actually a gift on the 5th day of Christmas.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “LORD” didn't go with GRAMMAR TENSE TERMS
Seems like: GRAMMAR TENSE TERMS → Actually: “GRACIOUS ME!”
The word 'LORD' might seem like a grammatical term, but it's actually an exclamation of surprise or gratitude.
Why “RING” didn't go with ___ SYRUP
Seems like: ___ SYRUP → Actually: 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
The word 'RING' might seem like a type of syrup, but it's actually a gift on the 5th day of Christmas.