Green group — WHERE YOU MIGHT FIND SAND
Why is “HOURGLASS” in the Green group?
a container with two bulbs connected by a narrow neck, used to measure time
Connections Hints for February 15, 2024 #248
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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 — BRITPOP BANDS
Why is “PULP” in the Blue group?
a British rock band known for their witty, observational lyrics
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (February 15, 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.
- LIGHT
- Definition: a button on an oven
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a source of illumination
- TIMER
- Definition: a device for measuring time
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person who times events
- TRACK
- Definition: to follow or monitor something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a path or course
- WATCH
- Definition: to observe or monitor something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a timepiece
Connections #248 explained
Why these words connect (February 15, 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: FOLLOW ATTENTIVELY
These words all relate to observing or monitoring something, whether it's a person, object, or situation. They all imply a sense of careful attention or surveillance.
Green group: WHERE YOU MIGHT FIND SAND
These words all describe places where sand is often found, whether it's a natural environment or a man-made structure. They all share a connection to sandy terrain.
Blue group: OVEN BUTTONS
These words all describe buttons or settings found on a typical oven. They all relate to cooking or heating functions, and are commonly used in everyday cooking.
Purple group: BRITPOP BANDS
These words all describe prominent bands from the Britpop movement, a genre of alternative rock that emerged in the UK in the 1990s. They all share a connection to this musical era and style.
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.
“LIGHT”
Seems like it belongs to: FOLLOW ATTENTIVELY
Actually belongs to: OVEN BUTTONS
While 'light' can refer to observation, in this context it's an oven button. The word's multiple meanings make it a tricky fit.
“TIMER”
Seems like it belongs to: FOLLOW ATTENTIVELY
Actually belongs to: OVEN BUTTONS
Although 'timer' implies tracking time, it's actually an oven button in this puzzle.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “LIGHT” didn't go with FOLLOW ATTENTIVELY
Seems like: FOLLOW ATTENTIVELY → Actually: OVEN BUTTONS
While 'light' can refer to observation, in this context it's an oven button. The word's multiple meanings make it a tricky fit.
Why “TIMER” didn't go with FOLLOW ATTENTIVELY
Seems like: FOLLOW ATTENTIVELY → Actually: OVEN BUTTONS
Although 'timer' implies tracking time, it's actually an oven button in this puzzle.