Yellow group — LUXURIOUS FABRICS
Why is “CHIFFON” in the Yellow group?
a lightweight, airy fabric often used in evening wear
Connections Hints for December 11, 2023 #182
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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
▼Blue group — SHOE PARTS
Why is “EYELET” in the Blue group?
a small hole or loop in a shoe for threading laces
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (December 11, 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.
- BLOW
- Definition: to deliver a punch or a strike
- Why it's tricky: can also mean a gust of wind
- LAND
- Definition: to come down to rest
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a geographical area
- SETTLE
- Definition: to come down to rest
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to resolve a dispute
- SPEECH
- Definition: a formal address
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the ability to speak
Connections #182 explained
Why these words connect (December 11, 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: LUXURIOUS FABRICS
These are all types of luxurious fabrics often used in high-end clothing, including evening wear and formal attire. They are known for their softness, durability, and elegant appearance.
Green group: COME DOWN TO REST
These are all words that describe the act of coming down to rest, whether it's a bird perching on a branch or an object landing on the ground. They all convey a sense of settling or arriving at a place of rest.
Blue group: SHOE PARTS
These are all parts of a shoe, including the eyelet for threading laces, the lace itself, the sole, and the tongue. They all work together to create a functional and comfortable shoe.
Purple group: THINGS THAT ARE DELIVERED
These are all things that can be delivered, whether it's a baby being born, a package being shipped, a speech being given, or a blow being struck. They all involve the act of bringing something to someone or somewhere.
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.
“BLOW”
Seems like it belongs to: SHOE PARTS
Actually belongs to: THINGS THAT ARE DELIVERED
while a blow can refer to a strike, in this context it means to deliver a blow, like a punch
“LAND”
Seems like it belongs to: SHOE PARTS
Actually belongs to: COME DOWN TO REST
while land can refer to a geographical area, in this context it means to come down to rest
“SOLE”
Seems like it belongs to: COME DOWN TO REST
Actually belongs to: SHOE PARTS
while sole can refer to the bottom of the foot, in this context it refers to the bottom of a shoe
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BLOW” didn't go with SHOE PARTS
Seems like: SHOE PARTS → Actually: THINGS THAT ARE DELIVERED
while a blow can refer to a strike, in this context it means to deliver a blow, like a punch
Why “LAND” didn't go with SHOE PARTS
Seems like: SHOE PARTS → Actually: COME DOWN TO REST
while land can refer to a geographical area, in this context it means to come down to rest
Why “SOLE” didn't go with COME DOWN TO REST
Seems like: COME DOWN TO REST → Actually: SHOE PARTS
while sole can refer to the bottom of the foot, in this context it refers to the bottom of a shoe