Purple group — SITCOMS
Why is “BLOSSOM” in the Purple group?
an American sitcom that aired from 1990 to 1995, starring Mayim Bialik
Connections Hints for September 9, 2024 #455
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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 — SITCOMS
Why is “COMMUNITY” in the Purple group?
an American sitcom that aired from 2009 to 2015, created by Dan Harmon
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 9, 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.
- FLUSH
- Definition: to become red in the face
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a poker hand or a toilet function
- BURN
- Definition: to become red in the face due to embarrassment
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to fire or injury
- STRAIGHT
- Definition: continuous or uninterrupted
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a linear shape or a poker hand
- SAMPLER
- Definition: a selection of different items, especially food or drinks
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person who samples or a device for sampling
Connections #455 explained
Why these words connect (September 9, 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: GET RED IN THE FACE
These words all describe ways in which someone's face can become red, often due to strong emotions like embarrassment or excitement.
Green group: CONTINUOUS
These words all describe things that are continuous or uninterrupted, like a sequence of events or a solid object.
Blue group: FLAVOR ASSORTMENT
These words all describe ways of presenting or experiencing a variety of flavors, like a selection of dishes or a tasting event.
Purple group: SITCOMS
These words are all titles of popular sitcoms, which are comedic TV shows that often feature recurring characters and storylines.
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.
“COACH”
Seems like it belongs to: CONTINUOUS
Actually belongs to: SITCOMS
while a coach can be continuous in their guidance, the word 'COACH' is actually a sitcom title, not a description of continuity
“FLIGHT”
Seems like it belongs to: SITCOMS
Actually belongs to: FLAVOR ASSORTMENT
while 'Flight' can be a TV show or movie title, in this context it refers to a selection of drinks, not a sitcom
“TASTING”
Seems like it belongs to: GET RED IN THE FACE
Actually belongs to: FLAVOR ASSORTMENT
while tasting can be associated with the sensation of flavor, which can be intense and cause a physical reaction, 'TASTING' is actually a word that belongs to the flavor assortment category
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “COACH” didn't go with CONTINUOUS
Seems like: CONTINUOUS → Actually: SITCOMS
while a coach can be continuous in their guidance, the word 'COACH' is actually a sitcom title, not a description of continuity
Why “FLIGHT” didn't go with SITCOMS
Seems like: SITCOMS → Actually: FLAVOR ASSORTMENT
while 'Flight' can be a TV show or movie title, in this context it refers to a selection of drinks, not a sitcom
Why “TASTING” didn't go with GET RED IN THE FACE
Seems like: GET RED IN THE FACE → Actually: FLAVOR ASSORTMENT
while tasting can be associated with the sensation of flavor, which can be intense and cause a physical reaction, 'TASTING' is actually a word that belongs to the flavor assortment category