Green group — BEDDING
Why is “SHAM” in the Green group?
a decorative covering for a bed, often made of fabric
Connections Hints for September 29, 2024 #475
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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
▼Yellow group — MAKE GOOD ON, AS A PROMISE
Why is “UPHOLD” in the Yellow group?
to support or maintain something, such as a principle or a decision
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (September 29, 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.
- SHAM
- Definition: a type of bedding
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something fake or deceptive
- DRAW
- Definition: to take a card from a deck
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to create a picture or attract attention
- PASS
- Definition: to decline to play a card
- Why it's tricky: can also mean to move past something or to succeed in a test
- PLAY
- Definition: to participate in a card game
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a theatrical performance or a carefree activity
Connections #475 explained
Why these words connect (September 29, 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: MAKE GOOD ON, AS A PROMISE
These are all ways to fulfill a commitment or obligation, such as a promise or a vow. They are all synonyms for keeping your word.
Green group: BEDDING
These are all types of bedding, including blankets, sheets, and decorative covers. They are all things you might find on a bed.
Blue group: ACTIONS IN CARD GAMES
These are all actions you might take when playing a card game, such as drawing a card, playing a card, or passing on a turn. They are all things you might do with cards.
Purple group: CABINET DEPARTMENTS
These are all departments within a government cabinet, such as the Department of Energy or the Department of Justice. They are all government offices.
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.
“STATE”
Seems like it belongs to: ACTIONS IN CARD GAMES
Actually belongs to: CABINET DEPARTMENTS
while 'state' can refer to a condition or status in a card game, in this context it refers to a government department
“PLAY”
Seems like it belongs to: CABINET DEPARTMENTS
Actually belongs to: ACTIONS IN CARD GAMES
while 'play' can refer to a carefree activity, in this context it refers to participating in a card game
“DRAW”
Seems like it belongs to: MAKE GOOD ON, AS A PROMISE
Actually belongs to: ACTIONS IN CARD GAMES
while 'draw' can refer to creating a picture, in this context it refers to taking a card from a deck
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “STATE” didn't go with ACTIONS IN CARD GAMES
Seems like: ACTIONS IN CARD GAMES → Actually: CABINET DEPARTMENTS
while 'state' can refer to a condition or status in a card game, in this context it refers to a government department
Why “PLAY” didn't go with CABINET DEPARTMENTS
Seems like: CABINET DEPARTMENTS → Actually: ACTIONS IN CARD GAMES
while 'play' can refer to a carefree activity, in this context it refers to participating in a card game
Why “DRAW” didn't go with MAKE GOOD ON, AS A PROMISE
Seems like: MAKE GOOD ON, AS A PROMISE → Actually: ACTIONS IN CARD GAMES
while 'draw' can refer to creating a picture, in this context it refers to taking a card from a deck