Green group — WHAT “I” MIGHT MEAN
Why is “IOTA” in the Green group?
the ninth letter of the Greek alphabet, also meaning a very small amount
Connections Hints for December 21, 2023 #192
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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
▼Purple group — ___ VALLEY
Why is “UNCANNY” in the Purple group?
strange or unusual, also referring to the Uncanny Valley in robotics and computer graphics
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (December 21, 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.
- IOTA
- Definition: a small amount
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a Greek letter
- MYSELF
- Definition: the speaker or writer
- Why it's tricky: can be confused with other pronouns
- SILICON
- Definition: a chemical element
- Why it's tricky: also refers to a region in California
- UNCANNY
- Definition: strange or unusual
- Why it's tricky: can be confused with 'unconscious'
Connections #192 explained
Why these words connect (December 21, 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: SEEN IN A LAUNDRY ROOM
These are all objects or devices typically found in a laundry room, used for cleaning and organizing clothes.
Green group: SHEPHERD
These are all verbs or actions related to guiding, leading, or directing, much like a shepherd guides their flock.
Blue group: WHAT “I” MIGHT MEAN
These are all possible meanings or interpretations of the letter 'I', including words, concepts, and phrases.
Purple group: ___ VALLEY
These are all names of valleys, including geographic locations and regions known for their unique characteristics.
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.
“GUIDE”
Seems like it belongs to: SEEN IN A LAUNDRY ROOM
Actually belongs to: SHEPHERD
while a guide can be found in a laundry room, the word is more closely related to the concept of shepherding
“LEAD”
Seems like it belongs to: SEEN IN A LAUNDRY ROOM
Actually belongs to: SHEPHERD
lead can refer to a laundry room item, but in this context, it refers to the act of leading or guiding
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “GUIDE” didn't go with SEEN IN A LAUNDRY ROOM
Seems like: SEEN IN A LAUNDRY ROOM → Actually: SHEPHERD
while a guide can be found in a laundry room, the word is more closely related to the concept of shepherding
Why “LEAD” didn't go with SEEN IN A LAUNDRY ROOM
Seems like: SEEN IN A LAUNDRY ROOM → Actually: SHEPHERD
lead can refer to a laundry room item, but in this context, it refers to the act of leading or guiding