Purple group — ECCLESIASTICAL TITLES
Why is “PRIOR” in the Purple group?
a high-ranking member of a monastery, responsible for its administration
Connections Hints for September 8, 2024 #454
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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 — ___ BOYS
Why is “PET SHOP” in the Blue group?
a British pop duo known for their hit songs and flamboyant style
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 8, 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.
- POUND
- Definition: to beat rapidly, as a heart
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a unit of weight or a verb meaning to hit repeatedly
- PUMP
- Definition: to circulate blood, as a heart
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a device for moving fluids or a verb meaning to question someone
- PRIOR
- Definition: a high-ranking member of a monastery
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something that comes before something else in time or importance
- BEAT
- Definition: to mix or stir, as in baking
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a rhythmic pattern or a verb meaning to defeat
Connections #454 explained
Why these words connect (September 8, 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: VERBS IN A CAKE RECIPE
These are all actions taken when making a cake, including mixing, heating, and decorating. They are all essential steps in the baking process.
Green group: WHAT A HEART DOES WHEN EXCITED
These are all physical reactions that a heart can experience when a person is excited, including rapid beating and increased blood flow. They are all natural responses to emotional stimuli.
Blue group: ECCLESIASTICAL TITLES
These are all high-ranking positions within the church, including leaders of monasteries and bishops. They are all important roles in the ecclesiastical hierarchy.
Purple group: ___ BOYS
These are all names of famous boy bands or groups, including the Beach Boys and the Pet Shop Boys. They are all well-known for their music and performances.
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.
“POUND”
Seems like it belongs to: ECCLESIASTICAL TITLES
Actually belongs to: WHAT A HEART DOES WHEN EXCITED
POUND can be a misleading word because it sounds like a title, but it actually refers to the sound of a heart beating rapidly
“BEAT”
Seems like it belongs to: WHAT A HEART DOES WHEN EXCITED
Actually belongs to: VERBS IN A CAKE RECIPE
BEAT can be a misleading word because it sounds like a heart beating, but it actually refers to the act of mixing or stirring in baking
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “POUND” didn't go with ECCLESIASTICAL TITLES
Seems like: ECCLESIASTICAL TITLES → Actually: WHAT A HEART DOES WHEN EXCITED
POUND can be a misleading word because it sounds like a title, but it actually refers to the sound of a heart beating rapidly
Why “BEAT” didn't go with WHAT A HEART DOES WHEN EXCITED
Seems like: WHAT A HEART DOES WHEN EXCITED → Actually: VERBS IN A CAKE RECIPE
BEAT can be a misleading word because it sounds like a heart beating, but it actually refers to the act of mixing or stirring in baking