Purple group — FAMOUS PRIMATES
Why is “KOKO” in the Purple group?
a western lowland gorilla known for learning American Sign Language
Connections Hints for October 7, 2024 #483
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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 — FAMOUS PRIMATES
Why is “BUBBLES” in the Purple group?
Michael Jackson's pet chimpanzee, often seen in public appearances
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 7, 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.
- YAHOO
- Definition: a foolish or annoying person
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings, including a search engine and a sports team
- KOKO
- Definition: a famous gorilla known for learning sign language
- Why it's tricky: could be mistaken for a reference to the singer Koko or other uses
- GEORGE
- Definition: a famous chimpanzee, possibly referring to George the chimpanzee from the 1970s
- Why it's tricky: is a common name with many possible references
- BUBBLES
- Definition: Michael Jackson's pet chimpanzee
- Why it's tricky: could be mistaken for a reference to soap bubbles or other uses
Connections #483 explained
Why these words connect (October 7, 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: KNUCKLEHEAD
These words are all informal terms for someone who is foolish or annoying, often used in a lighthearted or humorous way. They are connected by their connotation of silliness or absurdity.
Green group: CAR ONOMATOPOEIA
These words are all onomatopoeias for the sounds made by cars, such as beeping horns or screeching tires. They are connected by their association with vehicles and transportation.
Blue group: SOUNDS OF LAUGHTER
These words are all expressions of laughter, ranging from loud and boisterous to quiet and sarcastic. They are connected by their association with humor and amusement.
Purple group: FAMOUS PRIMATES
These words are all names of famous primates, either from fiction, history, or popular culture. They are connected by their status as well-known and iconic animals.
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.
“YUK”
Seems like it belongs to: KNUCKLEHEAD
Actually belongs to: SOUNDS OF LAUGHTER
YUK seems like a foolish or annoying term, but it's actually an expression of laughter
“SKRRT”
Seems like it belongs to: SOUNDS OF LAUGHTER
Actually belongs to: CAR ONOMATOPOEIA
SKRRT sounds like a funny noise, but it's actually an onomatopoeia for a car
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “YUK” didn't go with KNUCKLEHEAD
Seems like: KNUCKLEHEAD → Actually: SOUNDS OF LAUGHTER
YUK seems like a foolish or annoying term, but it's actually an expression of laughter
Why “SKRRT” didn't go with SOUNDS OF LAUGHTER
Seems like: SOUNDS OF LAUGHTER → Actually: CAR ONOMATOPOEIA
SKRRT sounds like a funny noise, but it's actually an onomatopoeia for a car