Green group — THINGS MADE OF CELLS
Why is “HONEYCOMB” in the Green group?
a wax structure made by bees, composed of hexagonal cells
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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 — THINGS MADE OF CELLS
Why is “SOLAR PANEL” in the Green group?
a device that converts sunlight into electricity, composed of photovoltaic cells
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 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.
- CELL
- Definition: a small room or a basic unit of life
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings in biology and everyday life
- SPREADSHEET
- Definition: a computer application or a type of cellular structure
- Why it's tricky: has a common computer-related meaning, but also a lesser-known cellular meaning
- SOLAR PANEL
- Definition: a device that converts sunlight into electricity, composed of photovoltaic cells
- Why it's tricky: its connection to cells is not immediately obvious
- THREAD
- Definition: a thin string or a method of hair removal
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a method of hair removal
Connections #357 explained
Why these words connect (June 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: REMOVE, AS BODY HAIR
These are all ways to remove unwanted body hair, including laser hair removal, plucking, threading, and waxing. Each method has its own unique characteristics and benefits.
Green group: TWIST AROUND
These are all actions that involve twisting or turning something, including coiling, spooling, winding, and wrapping. Each action has its own unique purpose and application.
Blue group: THINGS MADE OF CELLS
These are all things that are made up of cells, including honeycombs, organisms, solar panels, and spreadsheets. Each one has its own unique characteristics and functions.
Purple group: B-___
These are all words that start with the letter B, including ball, movie, school, and vitamin. Each word has its own unique meaning and significance.
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.
“WAX”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS MADE OF CELLS
Actually belongs to: REMOVE, AS BODY HAIR
Wax is a method of hair removal, not a type of cell or cellular structure. It seems like it could belong to the 'THINGS MADE OF CELLS' group due to its association with honeycombs, but it is actually a hair removal technique.
“THREAD”
Seems like it belongs to: TWIST AROUND
Actually belongs to: REMOVE, AS BODY HAIR
Thread is a method of hair removal, not a type of twisted object. It seems like it could belong to the 'TWIST AROUND' group due to its association with twisting or turning, but it is actually a hair removal technique.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “WAX” didn't go with THINGS MADE OF CELLS
Seems like: THINGS MADE OF CELLS → Actually: REMOVE, AS BODY HAIR
Wax is a method of hair removal, not a type of cell or cellular structure. It seems like it could belong to the 'THINGS MADE OF CELLS' group due to its association with honeycombs, but it is actually a hair removal technique.
Why “THREAD” didn't go with TWIST AROUND
Seems like: TWIST AROUND → Actually: REMOVE, AS BODY HAIR
Thread is a method of hair removal, not a type of twisted object. It seems like it could belong to the 'TWIST AROUND' group due to its association with twisting or turning, but it is actually a hair removal technique.