Green group — FUNDAMENTAL
Why is “STAPLE” in the Green group?
a basic or essential element, such as a fundamental principle or concept
Connections Hints for July 11, 2024 #395
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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
▼Blue group — LIGHT-UP SIGNS
Why is “RECORDING” in the Blue group?
a sign indicating that recording is in progress, often used in studios or public speaking events
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 11, 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.
- STAPLE
- Definition: a basic or essential element
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of fastener
- KEY
- Definition: crucial or important
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a device for operating a lock
- RECORDING
- Definition: a sign indicating that recording is in progress
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the act of capturing audio or video
- PASS
- Definition: to transfer or hand something to someone
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to moving past something or succeeding in a test
Connections #395 explained
Why these words connect (July 11, 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: SCHOOL SUPPLIES
These are all common items used in schools, including writing utensils, measuring tools, and crafting supplies. They are all essential for various school activities and projects.
Green group: FUNDAMENTAL
These are all words that describe essential or primary ideas, including principles, concepts, and elements. They are all fundamental to understanding various subjects and disciplines.
Blue group: TRANSFER
These are all words that describe the act of transferring or giving something to someone, including physical objects, information, or responsibilities. They are all related to the concept of passing or handing something over.
Purple group: LIGHT-UP SIGNS
These are all words that describe signs that are illuminated or lit up, often used to convey information or provide direction. They are all related to the concept of light or illumination.
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.
“HAND”
Seems like it belongs to: SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Actually belongs to: TRANSFER
while hands are often used to hold school supplies, the word 'hand' is more closely related to transferring or giving something to someone
“TAPE”
Seems like it belongs to: TRANSFER
Actually belongs to: SCHOOL SUPPLIES
while tape can be used to transfer or attach things, the word 'tape' is more commonly associated with school supplies, such as masking tape or duct tape
“KEY”
Seems like it belongs to: SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Actually belongs to: FUNDAMENTAL
while keys are often used in schools, the word 'key' is more closely related to fundamental or essential concepts, such as a key principle or idea
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “HAND” didn't go with SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Seems like: SCHOOL SUPPLIES → Actually: TRANSFER
while hands are often used to hold school supplies, the word 'hand' is more closely related to transferring or giving something to someone
Why “TAPE” didn't go with TRANSFER
Seems like: TRANSFER → Actually: SCHOOL SUPPLIES
while tape can be used to transfer or attach things, the word 'tape' is more commonly associated with school supplies, such as masking tape or duct tape
Why “KEY” didn't go with SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Seems like: SCHOOL SUPPLIES → Actually: FUNDAMENTAL
while keys are often used in schools, the word 'key' is more closely related to fundamental or essential concepts, such as a key principle or idea