Purple group — GOLD ___
Why is “RUSH” in the Purple group?
a sudden and intense movement of people, often in search of gold
Connections Hints for June 27, 2024 #381
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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 — GROUP WITHIN A GROUP
Why is “WING” in the Green group?
a subgroup or a faction within a larger group
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (June 27, 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.
- CHASE
- Definition: pursue someone or something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a brand of bank
- PARTY
- Definition: a group of people with a shared affiliation
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a social gathering
- BOND
- Definition: a type of investment or a character from a series of spy novels
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a chemical bond or a bond between people
- MINE
- Definition: a place where gold or other minerals are extracted
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something that belongs to someone
Connections #381 explained
Why these words connect (June 27, 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: PURSUIT
These are all words related to searching or looking for something, often with a sense of urgency or intensity. They can be used in various contexts, from hunting and tracking to searching for a missing person.
Green group: ROMANTIC LETTER SIGN-OFFS
These are all common ways to sign off a romantic letter, expressing affection and love. They are often used to convey a sense of intimacy and closeness.
Blue group: GROUP WITHIN A GROUP
These are all words that refer to a subgroup or a faction within a larger group. They can be used in various contexts, from politics to social organizations.
Purple group: GOLD ___
These are all phrases that include the word 'gold', often referring to something valuable or precious. They can be used in various contexts, from finance to geography.
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.
“LEAF”
Seems like it belongs to: PURSUIT
Actually belongs to: GOLD ___
LEAF seems like it could be related to a pursuit or a search, but it's actually a type of gold, as in gold leaf
“CAMP”
Seems like it belongs to: GOLD ___
Actually belongs to: GROUP WITHIN A GROUP
CAMP seems like it could be related to a gold rush or a mining camp, but it's actually a subgroup or a faction within a larger group
“SEARCH”
Seems like it belongs to: GOLD ___
Actually belongs to: PURSUIT
SEARCH seems like it could be related to searching for gold, but it's actually a general term for looking for something
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “LEAF” didn't go with PURSUIT
Seems like: PURSUIT → Actually: GOLD ___
LEAF seems like it could be related to a pursuit or a search, but it's actually a type of gold, as in gold leaf
Why “CAMP” didn't go with GOLD ___
Seems like: GOLD ___ → Actually: GROUP WITHIN A GROUP
CAMP seems like it could be related to a gold rush or a mining camp, but it's actually a subgroup or a faction within a larger group
Why “SEARCH” didn't go with GOLD ___
Seems like: GOLD ___ → Actually: PURSUIT
SEARCH seems like it could be related to searching for gold, but it's actually a general term for looking for something