Green group — KINDS OF SHOES
Why is “MULE” in the Green group?
a type of shoe, typically backless and with no strap
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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 — NAME HOMOPHONES
Why is “PEAT” in the Purple group?
a type of soil made of partially decayed plant matter, also a homophone for the name Pete
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 17, 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.
- PSYCH
- Definition: to get excited or pumped up
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, including a field of study
- WHIP
- Definition: a legislative role
- Why it's tricky: also a kitchen tool or a means of punishment
- CHAIR
- Definition: a legislative role
- Why it's tricky: also a piece of furniture
- LEADER
- Definition: a legislative role
- Why it's tricky: also a general term for someone in charge
Connections #463 explained
Why these words connect (September 17, 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 EXCITED, WITH "UP"
These words all relate to getting excited or energized, often with the prefix 'up' or 'psyche'. For example, 'amp someone up' or 'get psyched'.
Green group: KINDS OF SHOES
These words are all types of shoes, including FLAT shoes, MULE shoes, PUMP shoes, and SLIDE shoes. Each type has its own unique characteristics and uses.
Blue group: LEGISLATIVE ROLES
These words are all roles or positions within a legislative body, including CHAIR, LEADER, SPEAKER, and WHIP. Each role has its own responsibilities and powers.
Purple group: NAME HOMOPHONES
These words are all names that are homophones, meaning they sound the same when pronounced. For example, DUG and DOUG, or MATTE and MATT.
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.
“FIRE”
Seems like it belongs to: LEGISLATIVE ROLES
Actually belongs to: GET EXCITED, WITH "UP"
FIRE seems like a legislative role, but it actually belongs to the 'GET EXCITED, WITH "UP"' group, as in 'fire someone up'
“LEADER”
Seems like it belongs to: GET EXCITED, WITH "UP"
Actually belongs to: LEGISLATIVE ROLES
LEADER seems like it could fit in the 'GET EXCITED, WITH "UP"' group, but it actually belongs to the 'LEGISLATIVE ROLES' group
“CHAIR”
Seems like it belongs to: KINDS OF SHOES
Actually belongs to: LEGISLATIVE ROLES
CHAIR seems like it could be a type of shoe, but it actually belongs to the 'LEGISLATIVE ROLES' group
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “FIRE” didn't go with LEGISLATIVE ROLES
Seems like: LEGISLATIVE ROLES → Actually: GET EXCITED, WITH "UP"
FIRE seems like a legislative role, but it actually belongs to the 'GET EXCITED, WITH "UP"' group, as in 'fire someone up'
Why “LEADER” didn't go with GET EXCITED, WITH "UP"
Seems like: GET EXCITED, WITH "UP" → Actually: LEGISLATIVE ROLES
LEADER seems like it could fit in the 'GET EXCITED, WITH "UP"' group, but it actually belongs to the 'LEGISLATIVE ROLES' group
Why “CHAIR” didn't go with KINDS OF SHOES
Seems like: KINDS OF SHOES → Actually: LEGISLATIVE ROLES
CHAIR seems like it could be a type of shoe, but it actually belongs to the 'LEGISLATIVE ROLES' group