Purple group — LOGOS WITH HORSES
Why is “GODIVA” in the Purple group?
a luxury chocolate brand with a horse logo
Connections Hints for September 7, 2024 #453
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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
▼Purple group — LOGOS WITH HORSES
Why is “MUSTANG” in the Purple group?
a horse breed and a car brand with a horse logo
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 7, 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.
- CROP
- Definition: to trim or cut an image
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a harvested product
- TEE
- Definition: a golfing equipment
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of shirt
- PUMP
- Definition: a device for moving fluid
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of shoe
- COACH
- Definition: a horse-drawn carriage
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a sports instructor
Connections #453 explained
Why these words connect (September 7, 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: WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN IMAGE
These are all common techniques used to manipulate images in photo editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop.
Green group: THINGS USED IN GOLF
These are all essential items used by golfers during a game, including the ball, clubs, and accessories.
Blue group: AQUARIUM PURCHASES
These are all necessary components for creating and maintaining a healthy aquarium, including equipment and decorations.
Purple group: LOGOS WITH HORSES
These are all well-known logos that feature horses, including car brands and luxury goods.
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.
“BALL”
Seems like it belongs to: WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN IMAGE
Actually belongs to: THINGS USED IN GOLF
while a ball can be transformed in an image, it's primarily used in golf
“FILTER”
Seems like it belongs to: WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN IMAGE
Actually belongs to: AQUARIUM PURCHASES
while a filter can be used to transform an image, it's also a device used in aquariums
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BALL” didn't go with WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN IMAGE
Seems like: WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN IMAGE → Actually: THINGS USED IN GOLF
while a ball can be transformed in an image, it's primarily used in golf
Why “FILTER” didn't go with WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN IMAGE
Seems like: WAYS TO TRANSFORM AN IMAGE → Actually: AQUARIUM PURCHASES
while a filter can be used to transform an image, it's also a device used in aquariums