Green group — BIRDS
Why is “LARK” in the Green group?
a type of bird known for its melodious song
Connections Hints for December 28, 2023 #199
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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 — JAZZ LEGENDS
Why is “HANCOCK” in the Purple group?
Herbie Hancock, a renowned jazz pianist and composer
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (December 28, 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.
- SWIFT
- Definition: a type of bird
- Why it's tricky: also means moving quickly
- MONK
- Definition: a jazz legend
- Why it's tricky: also a type of religious figure
- HOLIDAY
- Definition: a jazz legend
- Why it's tricky: also a day of celebration
- DART
- Definition: to move quickly
- Why it's tricky: also a type of throwing object
Connections #199 explained
Why these words connect (December 28, 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: PARTS OF A CAR
These are all components of a vehicle, including the front and rear sections, as well as the exterior and interior parts.
Green group: MOVE QUICKLY
These are all verbs that describe rapid movement, often used in everyday language to convey a sense of urgency or swiftness.
Blue group: BIRDS
These are all types of birds, known for their distinctive characteristics and behaviors, often found in various environments around the world.
Purple group: JAZZ LEGENDS
These are all renowned jazz musicians, celebrated for their contributions to the genre, including their compositions, performances, and influence on the music world.
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.
“SWIFT”
Seems like it belongs to: MOVE QUICKLY
Actually belongs to: BIRDS
SWIFT is a type of bird, but its name also implies quick movement
“MONK”
Seems like it belongs to: PARTS OF A CAR
Actually belongs to: JAZZ LEGENDS
MONK is a jazz legend, not a car part, despite the word's potential to be misleading
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SWIFT” didn't go with MOVE QUICKLY
Seems like: MOVE QUICKLY → Actually: BIRDS
SWIFT is a type of bird, but its name also implies quick movement
Why “MONK” didn't go with PARTS OF A CAR
Seems like: PARTS OF A CAR → Actually: JAZZ LEGENDS
MONK is a jazz legend, not a car part, despite the word's potential to be misleading