Blue group — THINGS WITH LAYERS
Why is “PLYWOOD” in the Blue group?
a type of engineered wood made from layers of wood veneer
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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 — THROW HERE AND THERE
Why is “STREW” in the Green group?
to scatter or spread things out in a disorderly manner
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 9, 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.
- SALTY
- Definition: having a strong, often unpleasant taste
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to being sarcastic or bitter
- LAYERS
- Definition: a series of items or substances arranged one on top of the other
- Why it's tricky: can be used in various contexts, including geology and cooking
- SCATTER
- Definition: to throw or distribute things in different directions
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to disperse or spread out
- SPRINKLE
- Definition: to scatter or distribute a small amount of something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of decoration or topping
Connections #363 explained
Why these words connect (June 9, 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: FEELING SOME TYPE OF WAY
These are all words that describe negative emotions or feelings, often used to express dissatisfaction or discomfort. They are connected by their common theme of describing a particular emotional state.
Green group: THROW HERE AND THERE
These are all verbs that mean to throw, scatter, or distribute things in different directions. They are connected by their common theme of describing a physical action of dispersing objects or substances.
Blue group: THINGS WITH LAYERS
These are all things that have multiple layers, whether it's a physical object, a natural formation, or a type of food. They are connected by their common theme of having a layered structure.
Purple group: ___ POTATO
These are all words that can be used to describe a type of potato, whether it's a cooking method, a type of potato, or a descriptive phrase. They are connected by their common theme of describing a potato.
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.
“SALTY”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS WITH LAYERS
Actually belongs to: FEELING SOME TYPE OF WAY
Salty can refer to a type of flavor, but in this context, it's an emotion. It might seem like it belongs to the layers group because of the layered structure of some salty foods.
“SPRINKLE”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS WITH LAYERS
Actually belongs to: THROW HERE AND THERE
Sprinkle can refer to a type of decoration or topping with layers, but in this context, it's a verb meaning to scatter or distribute.
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “SALTY” didn't go with THINGS WITH LAYERS
Seems like: THINGS WITH LAYERS → Actually: FEELING SOME TYPE OF WAY
Salty can refer to a type of flavor, but in this context, it's an emotion. It might seem like it belongs to the layers group because of the layered structure of some salty foods.
Why “SPRINKLE” didn't go with THINGS WITH LAYERS
Seems like: THINGS WITH LAYERS → Actually: THROW HERE AND THERE
Sprinkle can refer to a type of decoration or topping with layers, but in this context, it's a verb meaning to scatter or distribute.