Green group — GROUP OF OFFSPRING
Why is “CLUTCH” in the Green group?
a group of eggs laid by a bird, especially a bird of prey
Connections Hints for October 29, 2023 #139
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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 — GROUP OF OFFSPRING
Why is “BROOD” in the Green group?
a group of young birds or animals, especially those that have recently hatched
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 29, 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.
- HATCH
- Definition: a group of birds or reptiles emerging from eggs
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a door or opening
- BODY
- Definition: the main part of a guitar
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a human or animal physique
- NECK
- Definition: the long, thin part of a guitar
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the part of the human body
- FACE
- Definition: to confront or oppose someone
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the front of the head or a clock
Connections #139 explained
Why these words connect (October 29, 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: MISHMASH
These words all describe a mixture or collection of things, often in a confusing or disorganized way.
Green group: GO UP AGAINST
These words all describe the act of opposing or challenging someone or something, often in a confrontational manner.
Blue group: GROUP OF OFFSPRING
These words all describe a group of young animals, often recently born or hatched.
Purple group: GUITAR PARTS
These words all describe parts of a guitar, often essential for its function and sound.
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.
“BODY”
Seems like it belongs to: GROUP OF OFFSPRING
Actually belongs to: GUITAR PARTS
The word 'body' can refer to a group of people, but in this context, it refers to a part of a guitar.
“FACE”
Seems like it belongs to: GUITAR PARTS
Actually belongs to: GO UP AGAINST
The word 'face' can refer to the front of a guitar, but in this context, it means to confront or oppose someone.
“NECK”
Seems like it belongs to: GROUP OF OFFSPRING
Actually belongs to: GUITAR PARTS
The word 'neck' can refer to the part of an animal's body, but in this context, it refers to a part of a guitar.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BODY” didn't go with GROUP OF OFFSPRING
Seems like: GROUP OF OFFSPRING → Actually: GUITAR PARTS
The word 'body' can refer to a group of people, but in this context, it refers to a part of a guitar.
Why “FACE” didn't go with GUITAR PARTS
Seems like: GUITAR PARTS → Actually: GO UP AGAINST
The word 'face' can refer to the front of a guitar, but in this context, it means to confront or oppose someone.
Why “NECK” didn't go with GROUP OF OFFSPRING
Seems like: GROUP OF OFFSPRING → Actually: GUITAR PARTS
The word 'neck' can refer to the part of an animal's body, but in this context, it refers to a part of a guitar.