Blue group — ART MOVEMENTS, WITH -ISM
Why is “SURREAL” in the Blue group?
an art movement characterized by fantastical or dream-like imagery
Connections Hints for February 26, 2024 #259
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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 — ILK
Why is “VARIETY” in the Green group?
a range or assortment of things
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (February 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.
- SOUR
- Definition: having a sharp, unpleasant taste
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a negative attitude or mood
- KIND
- Definition: a type or sort of thing
- Why it's tricky: can also mean gentle or generous
- ROMANTIC
- Definition: relating to the Romantic art movement
- Why it's tricky: can also describe a romantic relationship or feeling
- EXPRESSION
- Definition: a style of art or music
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a facial expression or a mathematical expression
Connections #259 explained
Why these words connect (February 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: BASIC TASTES
These are the five traditional basic tastes, including sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami, which are the fundamental building blocks of flavor in food and drinks.
Green group: STAND UP TO, AS A CHALLENGE
These words all describe ways to stand up to or confront a challenge, including being brave, facing one's fears, and meeting a difficult situation head-on.
Blue group: ILK
These words all describe ways to categorize or describe a type or sort of thing, including kind, sort, type, and variety.
Purple group: ART MOVEMENTS, WITH -ISM
These words all describe art movements, including Romanticism, Surrealism, Expressionism, and Mannerism, which are characterized by distinct styles and techniques.
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.
“FACE”
Seems like it belongs to: BASIC TASTES
Actually belongs to: STAND UP TO, AS A CHALLENGE
while 'face' can be related to taste, in this context it means to confront or meet a challenge
“KIND”
Seems like it belongs to: BASIC TASTES
Actually belongs to: ILK
while 'kind' can describe a type of taste, in this context it refers to a type or sort of thing
“SWEET”
Seems like it belongs to: STAND UP TO, AS A CHALLENGE
Actually belongs to: BASIC TASTES
while 'sweet' can be a pleasant or endearing quality, in this context it refers to a basic taste
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FACE” didn't go with BASIC TASTES
Seems like: BASIC TASTES → Actually: STAND UP TO, AS A CHALLENGE
while 'face' can be related to taste, in this context it means to confront or meet a challenge
Why “KIND” didn't go with BASIC TASTES
Seems like: BASIC TASTES → Actually: ILK
while 'kind' can describe a type of taste, in this context it refers to a type or sort of thing
Why “SWEET” didn't go with STAND UP TO, AS A CHALLENGE
Seems like: STAND UP TO, AS A CHALLENGE → Actually: BASIC TASTES
while 'sweet' can be a pleasant or endearing quality, in this context it refers to a basic taste