Green group — ORIGINAL MONOPOLY TOKENS
Why is “THIMBLE” in the Green group?
a small metal cup used to protect the finger while sewing
Connections Hints for January 26, 2024 #228
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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 — ORIGINAL MONOPOLY TOKENS
Why is “TOP HAT” in the Green group?
a tall, flat-crowned hat made of silk or felt
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (January 26, 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.
- STRIKE
- Definition: a hit in baseball or a labor stoppage
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings in different contexts
- BALL
- Definition: a round object in sports or a formal dance
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings in different contexts
- BOOT
- Definition: a type of footwear or to start a computer
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings in different contexts
- IRON
- Definition: a metal or a household appliance
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings in different contexts
Connections #228 explained
Why these words connect (January 26, 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: BASEBALL EQUIPMENT
These are all essential items used in the game of baseball, including the ball, bat, and glove.
Green group: HARD HIT
These words all describe a powerful or intense impact, whether physical or emotional.
Blue group: ORIGINAL MONOPOLY TOKENS
These are all original game tokens from the classic board game Monopoly, including the iron and top hat.
Purple group: ___ BUNNY
These words are all titles of famous cartoon bunnies, including Bugs Bunny and the Easter Bunny.
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.
“STRIKE”
Seems like it belongs to: BASEBALL EQUIPMENT
Actually belongs to: HARD HIT
while 'strike' is related to baseball, in this context it means a strong hit or impact
“BALL”
Seems like it belongs to: HARD HIT
Actually belongs to: BASEBALL EQUIPMENT
while 'ball' can be hit hard, in this context it refers to the equipment used in baseball
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “STRIKE” didn't go with BASEBALL EQUIPMENT
Seems like: BASEBALL EQUIPMENT → Actually: HARD HIT
while 'strike' is related to baseball, in this context it means a strong hit or impact
Why “BALL” didn't go with HARD HIT
Seems like: HARD HIT → Actually: BASEBALL EQUIPMENT
while 'ball' can be hit hard, in this context it refers to the equipment used in baseball