Green group — REMOVES THE COVERING OF
Why is “SHUCKS” in the Green group?
to remove the outer covering of a food item, such as corn or oysters
Connections Hints for May 22, 2024 #345
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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 — "BUZZY" THINGS
Why is “INTERCOMS” in the Purple group?
a system for communicating between people in different locations, often using a device that produces a buzzing sound
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (May 22, 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.
- WHIP
- Definition: informal term for a car
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of kitchen tool or a political party leader
- RIDE
- Definition: informal term for a car
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to an amusement park attraction or a journey on a vehicle
- SHELLS
- Definition: removes the covering of a food item
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of marine animal home or a military projectile
- BUZZY
- Definition: related to a buzzing sound or excitement
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a feeling of dizziness or a type of insect
Connections #345 explained
Why these words connect (May 22, 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: BODY PARTS IN "HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES AND TOES"
These are all body parts mentioned in the traditional children's song 'Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes', which is often sung while performing the corresponding actions
Green group: CAR, INFORMALLY
These are all informal terms for a car, often used in everyday conversation, such as 'I'm going to take my ride to the store' or 'I love my new set of wheels'
Blue group: REMOVES THE COVERING OF
These are all verbs that mean to remove the outer covering of something, such as peeling a banana or shucking an ear of corn
Purple group: "BUZZY" THINGS
These are all things that are associated with a buzzing sound or a feeling of excitement, such as the hum of a bee or the thrill of gossip
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.
“HEAD”
Seems like it belongs to: CAR, INFORMALLY
Actually belongs to: BODY PARTS IN "HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES AND TOES"
while 'head' can refer to the front of a car, in this context it refers to a body part
“WHIP”
Seems like it belongs to: REMOVES THE COVERING OF
Actually belongs to: CAR, INFORMALLY
while 'whip' can refer to a kitchen tool, in this context it refers to an informal term for a car
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “HEAD” didn't go with CAR, INFORMALLY
Seems like: CAR, INFORMALLY → Actually: BODY PARTS IN "HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES AND TOES"
while 'head' can refer to the front of a car, in this context it refers to a body part
Why “WHIP” didn't go with REMOVES THE COVERING OF
Seems like: REMOVES THE COVERING OF → Actually: CAR, INFORMALLY
while 'whip' can refer to a kitchen tool, in this context it refers to an informal term for a car