Blue group — OBSTRUCT
Why is “CLOG” in the Blue group?
to block or obstruct, often used to describe a blockage in a pipe or drain
Connections Hints for January 2, 2024 #204
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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 — SMALL ___
Why is “WONDER” in the Green group?
a feeling of awe or amazement, also the title of a song by Taylor Swift
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (January 2, 2024)
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.
- RUN
- Definition: a score in baseball
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the act of moving quickly
- WALK
- Definition: a base on balls in baseball
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the act of moving on foot
- STOP
- Definition: to obstruct or halt
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a bus stop or a stop sign
- JAM
- Definition: to obstruct or clog
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of fruit preserve
Connections #204 explained
Why these words connect (January 2, 2024)
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: B.L.T. INGREDIENTS
These are all ingredients in a traditional BLT sandwich, typically consisting of bacon, lettuce, tomato, and bread.
Green group: OBSTRUCT
These words all describe ways to block or hinder something, whether it's a physical object or a process.
Blue group: BASEBALL STATS
These are all common statistics used to measure a player's performance in baseball, including hits, runs, and walks.
Purple group: SMALL ___
These words all complete the phrase 'small ___', whether it's a small fry, small talk, or small wonder.
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.
“RUN”
Seems like it belongs to: OBSTRUCT
Actually belongs to: BASEBALL STATS
while 'run' can mean to move quickly, in this context it refers to a score in baseball, making it a tricky fit for the OBSTRUCT category
“STOP”
Seems like it belongs to: BASEBALL STATS
Actually belongs to: OBSTRUCT
while 'stop' can refer to a stop in a baseball game, in this context it refers to the act of obstructing or halting, making it a better fit for the OBSTRUCT category
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “RUN” didn't go with OBSTRUCT
Seems like: OBSTRUCT → Actually: BASEBALL STATS
while 'run' can mean to move quickly, in this context it refers to a score in baseball, making it a tricky fit for the OBSTRUCT category
Why “STOP” didn't go with BASEBALL STATS
Seems like: BASEBALL STATS → Actually: OBSTRUCT
while 'stop' can refer to a stop in a baseball game, in this context it refers to the act of obstructing or halting, making it a better fit for the OBSTRUCT category