Green group — PLACES IN FRANCE
Why is “CHAMPAGNE” in the Green group?
a region in France known for its wine production
Connections Hints for December 31, 2023 #202
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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 — PLACES IN FRANCE
Why is “DIJON” in the Green group?
a city in eastern France known for its mustard
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (December 31, 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.
- CLUB
- Definition: a social organization
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a nightclub or a suit in cards
- BALL
- Definition: a New Year's Eve celebration
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a sports ball or a formal dance
- PARTY
- Definition: a social gathering
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a political party
- RESOLUTION
- Definition: image sharpness
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a New Year's resolution
Connections #202 explained
Why these words connect (December 31, 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: ORGANIZATION
These are all types of social groups, including formal and informal organizations
Green group: SHARPNESS, AS OF AN IMAGE
These are all terms used to describe the clarity of an image, including photography and video
Blue group: PLACES IN FRANCE
These are all cities or regions in France, known for their history, culture, and wine
Purple group: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
These are all things associated with celebrating the start of a new year, including parties and countdowns
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.
“BALL”
Seems like it belongs to: ORGANIZATION
Actually belongs to: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
BALL seems like it could be an organization, but it's actually related to New Year's Eve celebrations
“PARTY”
Seems like it belongs to: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Actually belongs to: ORGANIZATION
PARTY seems like it could be related to New Year's Eve, but it's actually a type of social organization
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BALL” didn't go with ORGANIZATION
Seems like: ORGANIZATION → Actually: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
BALL seems like it could be an organization, but it's actually related to New Year's Eve celebrations
Why “PARTY” didn't go with HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Seems like: HAPPY NEW YEAR! → Actually: ORGANIZATION
PARTY seems like it could be related to New Year's Eve, but it's actually a type of social organization