Green group — MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Why is “RECORDER” in the Green group?
a simple woodwind instrument often taught in elementary school music classes
Connections Hints for July 22, 2024 #406
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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 — USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC
Why is “FLARE” in the Blue group?
a type of pyrotechnic signal used for warning or signaling
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (July 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.
- DOMAIN
- Definition: a field of expertise or territory
- Why it's tricky: can refer to both internet and expertise
- CHAIN
- Definition: a series of linked establishments
- Why it's tricky: can refer to both a food chain and a physical chain
- PROCESSOR
- Definition: a device or person that processes food
- Why it's tricky: can refer to both a kitchen appliance and a computer component
- PYRAMID
- Definition: a nutritional guide
- Why it's tricky: can refer to both a food guide and an ancient structure
Connections #406 explained
Why these words connect (July 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: REALM OF EXPERTISE
These are all terms used to describe a person's area of expertise or a field of study, including a specific domain or sphere of influence.
Green group: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
These are all types of musical instruments, including string, wind, and percussion instruments, such as the fiddle, horn, and triangle.
Blue group: USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC
These are all objects or devices used to redirect or manage traffic flow, including barriers, cones, flags, and flares.
Purple group: FOOD ___
These are all terms related to food, including a chain of restaurants, a food fight, a food processor, and a food pyramid.
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.
“FLAG”
Seems like it belongs to: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Actually belongs to: USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC
while a flag can be waved to signal, it's primarily used for redirecting traffic, not music
“HORN”
Seems like it belongs to: USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC
Actually belongs to: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
while a horn can be used for signaling, it's primarily a musical instrument
“CHAIN”
Seems like it belongs to: USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC
Actually belongs to: FOOD ___
while a chain can be used for barriers, it's primarily a series of linked establishments in the context of food
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FLAG” didn't go with MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Seems like: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS → Actually: USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC
while a flag can be waved to signal, it's primarily used for redirecting traffic, not music
Why “HORN” didn't go with USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC
Seems like: USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC → Actually: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
while a horn can be used for signaling, it's primarily a musical instrument
Why “CHAIN” didn't go with USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC
Seems like: USED TO REDIRECT TRAFFIC → Actually: FOOD ___
while a chain can be used for barriers, it's primarily a series of linked establishments in the context of food