Yellow group — DECORATIVE EDGE
Why is “FRILL” in the Yellow group?
a decorative edge or border, often made of fabric
Connections Hints for September 26, 2024 #472
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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
▼Green group — STRING ___
Why is “BIKINI” in the Green group?
a type of swimsuit, also a type of stringed instrument
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 26, 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.
- MOUNT
- Definition: to increase or grow
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a mountain or to mount something
- VIRGIN
- Definition: a type of cocktail
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to someone who has not had sex
- STRAIGHT
- Definition: a type of cocktail
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something that is not curved or bent
- NEAT
- Definition: a type of cocktail
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something that is tidy or organized
Connections #472 explained
Why these words connect (September 26, 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: DECORATIVE EDGE
These words all refer to a decorative edge or border, often used in fashion or design. They can be made of fabric, lace, or other materials.
Green group: INCREASE, IN A WAY
These words all refer to something increasing or growing in size or amount. They can be used in various contexts, such as business, biology, or everyday life.
Blue group: SPECIFICATIONS FOR A BARTENDER
These words all refer to specifications or instructions for a bartender when making a drink. They can indicate the type of drink, the amount of alcohol, or the way it should be prepared.
Purple group: STRING ___
These words all refer to a type of string or a word that can be paired with the word 'string'. They can be used in various contexts, such as music, fashion, or food.
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.
“MOUNT”
Seems like it belongs to: DECORATIVE EDGE
Actually belongs to: INCREASE, IN A WAY
MOUNT can refer to a decorative edge, but in this context it means to increase or grow
“STRAIGHT”
Seems like it belongs to: INCREASE, IN A WAY
Actually belongs to: SPECIFICATIONS FOR A BARTENDER
STRAIGHT can refer to something that is not curved, but in this context it refers to a type of cocktail
“NEAT”
Seems like it belongs to: INCREASE, IN A WAY
Actually belongs to: SPECIFICATIONS FOR A BARTENDER
NEAT can refer to something that is tidy, but in this context it refers to a type of cocktail
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MOUNT” didn't go with DECORATIVE EDGE
Seems like: DECORATIVE EDGE → Actually: INCREASE, IN A WAY
MOUNT can refer to a decorative edge, but in this context it means to increase or grow
Why “STRAIGHT” didn't go with INCREASE, IN A WAY
Seems like: INCREASE, IN A WAY → Actually: SPECIFICATIONS FOR A BARTENDER
STRAIGHT can refer to something that is not curved, but in this context it refers to a type of cocktail
Why “NEAT” didn't go with INCREASE, IN A WAY
Seems like: INCREASE, IN A WAY → Actually: SPECIFICATIONS FOR A BARTENDER
NEAT can refer to something that is tidy, but in this context it refers to a type of cocktail