Blue group — SEAS
Why is “BALTIC” in the Blue group?
a sea in Northern Europe, connected to the North Sea
Connections Hints for April 23, 2024 #316
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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
▼Purple group — TOM HANKS MOVIES
Why is “SULLY” in the Purple group?
a 2016 film starring Tom Hanks as Chesley Sullenberger
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (April 23, 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.
- BOOT
- Definition: to kick out or remove
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of footwear
- GROUND
- Definition: solid surface of the earth
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a reason or basis for something
- RED
- Definition: a color, also referring to the Red Sea
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a political or social term
- BIG
- Definition: a Tom Hanks movie title
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something of large size
Connections #316 explained
Why these words connect (April 23, 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: THROW OUT
These are all verbs meaning to remove or get rid of something or someone, often forcefully or suddenly.
Green group: TERRA FIRMA
These are all nouns referring to the solid surface of the earth, often used interchangeably but with distinct connotations.
Blue group: SEAS
These are all names of notable seas around the world, each with its own unique characteristics and features.
Purple group: TOM HANKS MOVIES
These are all titles of movies starring Tom Hanks, showcasing his versatility as an actor in various genres and roles.
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.
“BLACK”
Seems like it belongs to: TOM HANKS MOVIES
Actually belongs to: SEAS
Black is a sea, not a Tom Hanks movie, although he has played characters in dramatic roles
“GROUND”
Seems like it belongs to: SEAS
Actually belongs to: TERRA FIRMA
Ground refers to solid earth, not the sea floor
“RED”
Seems like it belongs to: TOM HANKS MOVIES
Actually belongs to: SEAS
Red is a sea, not a Tom Hanks movie title, although he has starred in films with dramatic themes
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BLACK” didn't go with TOM HANKS MOVIES
Seems like: TOM HANKS MOVIES → Actually: SEAS
Black is a sea, not a Tom Hanks movie, although he has played characters in dramatic roles
Why “GROUND” didn't go with SEAS
Seems like: SEAS → Actually: TERRA FIRMA
Ground refers to solid earth, not the sea floor
Why “RED” didn't go with TOM HANKS MOVIES
Seems like: TOM HANKS MOVIES → Actually: SEAS
Red is a sea, not a Tom Hanks movie title, although he has starred in films with dramatic themes