Yellow group — CARRY A TUNE
Why is “SCAT” in the Yellow group?
a type of vocal improvisation in jazz music
Connections Hints for November 27, 2023 #168
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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 — MOJITO INGREDIENTS
Why is “MINT” in the Green group?
a type of herb commonly used in cocktails
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 27, 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.
- GROSS
- Definition: total or complete amount
- Why it's tricky: can also mean disgusting or unpleasant
- STICK
- Definition: adhesive object
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to remain or persist
- COUNT
- Definition: to calculate or enumerate
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a noble title
- SUM
- Definition: total or aggregate amount
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a mathematical operation
Connections #168 explained
Why these words connect (November 27, 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: CARRY A TUNE
These are all ways to produce musical sounds with one's voice, including humming, singing, and whistling.
Green group: WHOLE AMOUNT
These are all terms used to describe complete or total amounts, including counts, sums, and totals.
Blue group: MOJITO INGREDIENTS
These are all ingredients commonly used to make a mojito, including lime, mint, rum, and soda.
Purple group: THINGS THAT ARE “STICKY”
These are all objects or substances that are sticky or adhesive, including glue, gum, tape, and sticks.
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.
“STICK”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS THAT ARE “STICKY”
Actually belongs to: CARRY A TUNE
while 'stick' can refer to an adhesive object, it can also be a verb meaning to sing or play music
“COUNT”
Seems like it belongs to: CARRY A TUNE
Actually belongs to: WHOLE AMOUNT
while 'count' can refer to a musical term, it can also mean to calculate or enumerate
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “STICK” didn't go with THINGS THAT ARE “STICKY”
Seems like: THINGS THAT ARE “STICKY” → Actually: CARRY A TUNE
while 'stick' can refer to an adhesive object, it can also be a verb meaning to sing or play music
Why “COUNT” didn't go with CARRY A TUNE
Seems like: CARRY A TUNE → Actually: WHOLE AMOUNT
while 'count' can refer to a musical term, it can also mean to calculate or enumerate