Yellow group — BEGINNING WITH DAY ABBREVIATIONS
Why is “FRIAR” in the Yellow group?
a member of a Christian order, starting with the day abbreviation 'Fri'
Connections Hints for April 14, 2024 #307
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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
▼Yellow group — BEGINNING WITH DAY ABBREVIATIONS
Why is “SUNDRY” in the Yellow group?
various or miscellaneous, starting with the day abbreviation 'Sun'
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (April 14, 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.
- DRILL
- Definition: repetitive training or practice
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a power tool
- ROUTINE
- Definition: a regular or customary practice
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a comedic performance
- SPIRIT
- Definition: a U.S.-based airline
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a supernatural being or a lively atmosphere
- WRENCH
- Definition: to pull or twist using force
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a tool used for twisting or turning
Connections #307 explained
Why these words connect (April 14, 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: PULL USING FORCE
These words all describe actions that involve using force to pull or move something, such as ripping, tearing, or wrenching.
Green group: BIT OF REPETITIVE TRAINING
These words all describe types of repetitive training or practice, such as drills, exercises, or routines.
Blue group: U.S.-BASED AIRLINES
These words all describe major U.S.-based airlines, such as American, United, or Spirit.
Purple group: BEGINNING WITH DAY ABBREVIATIONS
These words all start with abbreviations for days of the week, such as Fri, Mon, Sun, or Wed.
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.
“FRONTIER”
Seems like it belongs to: PULL USING FORCE
Actually belongs to: U.S.-BASED AIRLINES
Frontier can imply a sense of force or pushing boundaries, but it's actually a U.S.-based airline
“EXERCISE”
Seems like it belongs to: U.S.-BASED AIRLINES
Actually belongs to: BIT OF REPETITIVE TRAINING
Exercise can imply physical activity, which might be associated with travel, but it's actually a type of repetitive training
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FRONTIER” didn't go with PULL USING FORCE
Seems like: PULL USING FORCE → Actually: U.S.-BASED AIRLINES
Frontier can imply a sense of force or pushing boundaries, but it's actually a U.S.-based airline
Why “EXERCISE” didn't go with U.S.-BASED AIRLINES
Seems like: U.S.-BASED AIRLINES → Actually: BIT OF REPETITIVE TRAINING
Exercise can imply physical activity, which might be associated with travel, but it's actually a type of repetitive training