Blue group — MEASURED IN FOOTBALL STATS
Why is “SACK” in the Blue group?
a tackle of the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage
Connections Hints for September 5, 2024 #451
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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 — MEASURED IN FOOTBALL STATS
Why is “RECEPTION” in the Blue group?
the act of catching a forward pass in football
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 5, 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.
- BAG
- Definition: to obtain or capture something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a container or a fashion accessory
- LAND
- Definition: to obtain or acquire something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a geographical area or to touch down
- SCORE
- Definition: to obtain or achieve something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a numerical value or a musical composition
- YARD
- Definition: a unit of measurement in football
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a unit of length or a outdoor area
Connections #451 explained
Why these words connect (September 5, 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: HAIR SALON OFFERINGS
These are all services or treatments that can be found at a hair salon, including styling and coloring options.
Green group: CRITICIZE
These are all words that can be used to express criticism or disapproval, often in a strong or negative manner.
Blue group: OBTAIN
These are all words that can be used to describe the act of obtaining or acquiring something, often in a competitive or challenging context.
Purple group: MEASURED IN FOOTBALL STATS
These are all units of measurement or statistics used in the sport of football, often to track player or team performance.
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.
“CUT”
Seems like it belongs to: HAIR SALON OFFERINGS
Actually belongs to: OBTAIN
while 'cut' can refer to a hairstyle, it can also mean to obtain or acquire something, making it a tricky word
“BASH”
Seems like it belongs to: OBTAIN
Actually belongs to: CRITICIZE
while 'bash' can mean to strike or hit something, it can also mean to criticize or condemn something
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “CUT” didn't go with HAIR SALON OFFERINGS
Seems like: HAIR SALON OFFERINGS → Actually: OBTAIN
while 'cut' can refer to a hairstyle, it can also mean to obtain or acquire something, making it a tricky word
Why “BASH” didn't go with OBTAIN
Seems like: OBTAIN → Actually: CRITICIZE
while 'bash' can mean to strike or hit something, it can also mean to criticize or condemn something