Yellow group — DATA SET DATA
Why is “MODE” in the Yellow group?
the value that appears most frequently in a data set, used in statistics
Connections Hints for January 17, 2024 #219
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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
▼Blue group — CHEMISTRY TERMS
Why is “ELEMENT” in the Blue group?
a substance that consists of only one type of atom, a basic building block of matter
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (January 17, 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.
- BASE
- Definition: a chemical substance that neutralizes acids
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a starting point or foundation
- MODE
- Definition: the value that appears most frequently in a data set
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a fashion style or a way of doing something
- RANGE
- Definition: the difference between the highest and lowest values in a data set
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a series of mountains or a cooking appliance
- ELEMENT
- Definition: a substance that consists of only one type of atom
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a part or aspect of something
Connections #219 explained
Why these words connect (January 17, 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: DATA SET DATA
These are all terms used to describe and analyze data sets, including measures of central tendency and variability.
Green group: CHEMISTRY TERMS
These are all fundamental concepts in chemistry, including substances, bonds, and mixtures.
Blue group: ADJECTIVE INTENSIFIERS
These are all words used to intensify or modify adjectives, making them stronger or more emphatic.
Purple group: RADIO HALL OF FAME MEMBERS
These are all individuals who have been inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame, recognized for their contributions to the industry.
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.
“BASE”
Seems like it belongs to: DATA SET DATA
Actually belongs to: CHEMISTRY TERMS
while 'base' can refer to a starting point in data analysis, in this context it refers to a chemical substance
“RATHER”
Seems like it belongs to: RADIO HALL OF FAME MEMBERS
Actually belongs to: ADJECTIVE INTENSIFIERS
while 'rather' sounds like a name, it's actually an adverb used to intensify adjectives
“KING”
Seems like it belongs to: CHEMISTRY TERMS
Actually belongs to: RADIO HALL OF FAME MEMBERS
while 'king' could refer to a chemical element, in this context it refers to a person, likely a radio personality
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BASE” didn't go with DATA SET DATA
Seems like: DATA SET DATA → Actually: CHEMISTRY TERMS
while 'base' can refer to a starting point in data analysis, in this context it refers to a chemical substance
Why “RATHER” didn't go with RADIO HALL OF FAME MEMBERS
Seems like: RADIO HALL OF FAME MEMBERS → Actually: ADJECTIVE INTENSIFIERS
while 'rather' sounds like a name, it's actually an adverb used to intensify adjectives
Why “KING” didn't go with CHEMISTRY TERMS
Seems like: CHEMISTRY TERMS → Actually: RADIO HALL OF FAME MEMBERS
while 'king' could refer to a chemical element, in this context it refers to a person, likely a radio personality