Blue group — WALK
Why is “TREAD” in the Blue group?
To walk or move on foot, often in a careful or deliberate manner
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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 — ___ DAY HOLIDAYS
Why is “GROUNDHOG” in the Green group?
A holiday celebrated on February 2nd, traditionally associated with the emergence of a groundhog from its burrow
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 19, 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.
- MARCH
- Definition: A type of walk or gait, often in a military or ceremonial context
- Why it's tricky: Can also refer to the third month of the year, which might lead to confusion with the ___ DAY HOLIDAYS category.
- STEP
- Definition: A type of walk or movement, often in a deliberate or measured manner
- Why it's tricky: Can also refer to a stage or level in a process, which might lead to confusion with the ONSET category.
- LABOR
- Definition: A day of rest or celebration, often in recognition of workers' rights
- Why it's tricky: Can also refer to the act of working or exerting effort, which might lead to confusion with the WALK category.
- REGAL
- Definition: Resembling or characteristic of a monarch or royalty
- Why it's tricky: Can also refer to something that is grand or majestic, which might lead to confusion with the VENERABLE category.
Connections #160 explained
Why these words connect (November 19, 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: ONSET
These words all describe the start or initiation of an event, process, or phenomenon, such as the dawn of a new era or the birth of a child.
Green group: VENERABLE
These words all convey a sense of respect, dignity, and high esteem, such as the noble title of a monarch or the grandeur of a historical monument.
Blue group: WALK
These words all describe different ways of walking or moving on foot, such as marching in a parade or striding across a field.
Purple group: ___ DAY HOLIDAYS
These words all describe holidays or celebrations that occur on a specific day or date, such as Earth Day or Groundhog Day.
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.
“MARCH”
Seems like it belongs to: ONSET
Actually belongs to: WALK
Might seem like an onset due to its association with the start of a new month, but it actually belongs to the WALK category due to its connection to a type of walk or gait.
“EARTH”
Seems like it belongs to: ONSET
Actually belongs to: ___ DAY HOLIDAYS
Could be mistaken for an onset due to its connection to the beginning of the planet, but it actually belongs to the ___ DAY HOLIDAYS category due to its association with Earth Day.
“REGAL”
Seems like it belongs to: WALK
Actually belongs to: VENERABLE
Might seem out of place due to its strong association with royalty, but it actually belongs to the VENERABLE category due to its connection to dignity and respect.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MARCH” didn't go with ONSET
Seems like: ONSET → Actually: WALK
Might seem like an onset due to its association with the start of a new month, but it actually belongs to the WALK category due to its connection to a type of walk or gait.
Why “EARTH” didn't go with ONSET
Seems like: ONSET → Actually: ___ DAY HOLIDAYS
Could be mistaken for an onset due to its connection to the beginning of the planet, but it actually belongs to the ___ DAY HOLIDAYS category due to its association with Earth Day.
Why “REGAL” didn't go with WALK
Seems like: WALK → Actually: VENERABLE
Might seem out of place due to its strong association with royalty, but it actually belongs to the VENERABLE category due to its connection to dignity and respect.