Blue group — BASIC GEOMETRIC OBJECTS
Why is “SEGMENT” in the Blue group?
a part of a line or curve between two points
Connections Hints for December 25, 2023 #196
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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 — SECRET ___
Why is “SANTA” in the Purple group?
a nickname for Saint Nicholas, often associated with secrecy and gift-giving
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (December 25, 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.
- RAY
- Definition: a line extending from a point
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of fish or a beam of light
- SECRET
- Definition: hidden or confidential
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a sauce or a code
- LINE
- Definition: a set of points extending infinitely in two directions
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a queue or a phone connection
- AGENT
- Definition: a person who acts on behalf of another
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a chemical substance
Connections #196 explained
Why these words connect (December 25, 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: DARLING
These words are all affectionate terms used to address loved ones, often in informal settings
Green group: BASIC GEOMETRIC OBJECTS
These words are all basic geometric concepts, including points, lines, and segments, which are the building blocks of geometry
Blue group: OOMPH
These words are all related to energy, vitality, and dynamism, conveying a sense of power and enthusiasm
Purple group: SECRET ___
These words are all related to secrecy, confidentiality, and hidden information, often implying something mysterious or unknown
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.
“FIRE”
Seems like it belongs to: SECRET ___
Actually belongs to: OOMPH
FIRE seems like it could be a secret, but it's actually related to energy and oomph
“CODE”
Seems like it belongs to: BASIC GEOMETRIC OBJECTS
Actually belongs to: SECRET ___
CODE seems like it could be a geometric concept, but it's actually related to secrecy
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FIRE” didn't go with SECRET ___
Seems like: SECRET ___ → Actually: OOMPH
FIRE seems like it could be a secret, but it's actually related to energy and oomph
Why “CODE” didn't go with BASIC GEOMETRIC OBJECTS
Seems like: BASIC GEOMETRIC OBJECTS → Actually: SECRET ___
CODE seems like it could be a geometric concept, but it's actually related to secrecy