Purple group — MEDIEVAL WEAPONS
Why is “MACE” in the Purple group?
a medieval weapon with a heavy head on a handle, used for bludgeoning
Connections Hints for November 10, 2023 #151
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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
▼Yellow group — SPICES
Why is “ANISE” in the Yellow group?
a sweet, licorice-flavored spice commonly used in baking
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 10, 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.
- AXE
- Definition: a type of deodorant brand
- Why it's tricky: also a common term for a medieval weapon
- DEGREE
- Definition: a brand of deodorant
- Why it's tricky: also a unit of measurement for temperature or academic achievement
- OLD SPICE
- Definition: a brand of deodorant
- Why it's tricky: also a phrase associated with sailing and navigation
- SECRET
- Definition: a brand of deodorant
- Why it's tricky: also a general term for confidential information
Connections #151 explained
Why these words connect (November 10, 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: SPICES
These are all types of spices commonly used in cooking and baking, including sweet and savory flavors.
Green group: INTELLIGENT
These are all words used to describe someone with high intelligence, quick thinking, and sharp mental abilities.
Blue group: DEODORANTS
These are all brands of deodorant, used for personal hygiene and to prevent body odor.
Purple group: MEDIEVAL WEAPONS
These are all types of medieval weapons, used for combat and self-defense during the Middle Ages.
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.
“AXE”
Seems like it belongs to: MEDIEVAL WEAPONS
Actually belongs to: DEODORANTS
AXE is a brand of deodorant, not a medieval weapon, despite the word's common association with the latter
“OLD SPICE”
Seems like it belongs to: SPICES
Actually belongs to: DEODORANTS
OLD SPICE is a brand of deodorant, not a type of spice, despite the word's association with sailing and navigation
“DEGREE”
Seems like it belongs to: INTELLIGENT
Actually belongs to: DEODORANTS
DEGREE is a brand of deodorant, not a measure of intelligence, despite the word's common association with academic achievement
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “AXE” didn't go with MEDIEVAL WEAPONS
Seems like: MEDIEVAL WEAPONS → Actually: DEODORANTS
AXE is a brand of deodorant, not a medieval weapon, despite the word's common association with the latter
Why “OLD SPICE” didn't go with SPICES
Seems like: SPICES → Actually: DEODORANTS
OLD SPICE is a brand of deodorant, not a type of spice, despite the word's association with sailing and navigation
Why “DEGREE” didn't go with INTELLIGENT
Seems like: INTELLIGENT → Actually: DEODORANTS
DEGREE is a brand of deodorant, not a measure of intelligence, despite the word's common association with academic achievement