Yellow group — LARGE AMOUNT
Why is “slew” in the Yellow group?
a large number or amount, can be used to describe a multitude of things
Connections Hints for March 3, 2024 #265
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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 — FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE
Why is “buckle” in the Green group?
to give way or collapse under pressure, can be used to describe a physical or emotional response
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (March 3, 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.
- sea
- Definition: a large body of saltwater
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a large quantity or amount
- slew
- Definition: a large number or amount
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to turn or swing something
- buckle
- Definition: to give way or collapse under pressure
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of fastener
- snap
- Definition: to make a sudden, sharp noise
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to break or separate suddenly
Connections #265 explained
Why these words connect (March 3, 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: LARGE AMOUNT
These words all describe a large quantity or amount, such as a mass of people or a sea of water. They can be used to describe a multitude of things, from physical objects to abstract concepts.
Green group: FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE
These words all describe something that gives way or collapses under pressure, such as a person buckling under stress or a structure caving in. They can be used to describe physical or emotional responses to overwhelming forces.
Blue group: WAYS TO GET ATTENTION
These words all describe ways to get someone's attention, such as shouting to be heard or waving to be seen. They can be used to describe a variety of actions, from loud and boisterous to subtle and discreet.
Purple group: BELLY ___
These words all complete the phrase 'belly ___', such as belly button or belly dance. They can be used to describe a variety of things, from physical objects to actions or activities.
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.
“sea”
Seems like it belongs to: FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE
Actually belongs to: LARGE AMOUNT
while the sea can be overwhelming, it is actually an example of a large amount, not something that falls under pressure
“snap”
Seems like it belongs to: FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE
Actually belongs to: WAYS TO GET ATTENTION
while something can snap under pressure, the word snap is actually being used to describe a way to get attention, such as snapping one's fingers
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “sea” didn't go with FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE
Seems like: FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE → Actually: LARGE AMOUNT
while the sea can be overwhelming, it is actually an example of a large amount, not something that falls under pressure
Why “snap” didn't go with FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE
Seems like: FALL IN UNDER PRESSURE → Actually: WAYS TO GET ATTENTION
while something can snap under pressure, the word snap is actually being used to describe a way to get attention, such as snapping one's fingers