Blue group — SOUNDS OF THUNDER
Why is “PEAL” in the Blue group?
a loud, ringing sound, especially of a bell
Connections Hints for October 14, 2024 #490
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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
▼Blue group — SOUNDS OF THUNDER
Why is “RUMBLE” in the Blue group?
a low, continuous sound, especially of thunder
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (October 14, 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.
- LEAF
- Definition: a part of a plant or a page in a book
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings in different contexts
- ROOT
- Definition: a part of a plant or a mathematical operation
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings in different contexts
- ROLL
- Definition: a type of sound or a verb meaning to move
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and can be a verb or a noun
- TWIST
- Definition: a type of hairstyle or a verb meaning to turn
- Why it's tricky: has multiple meanings and can be a verb or a noun
Connections #490 explained
Why these words connect (October 14, 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: RUMMAGE
These are all words related to searching, digging, or sifting through something, often in a thorough or meticulous manner.
Green group: SOUNDS OF THUNDER
These are all words that describe the various sounds associated with thunder, from loud claps to low rumbles.
Blue group: WAYS TO WEAR YOUR HAIR UP
These are all popular hairstyles that involve gathering, twisting, or securing hair in a way that lifts it off the shoulders or away from the face.
Purple group: THINGS THAT CAN HAVE LEAVES
These are all things that can have leaves, whether they are parts of plants, pages in books, or even dishes of salad.
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.
“COMB”
Seems like it belongs to: WAYS TO WEAR YOUR HAIR UP
Actually belongs to: RUMMAGE
although a comb is used for hair, it's also a tool for searching or rummaging
“LEAF”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS THAT CAN HAVE LEAVES
Actually belongs to: none
leaf is not explicitly listed, but it's a key concept in the 'THINGS THAT CAN HAVE LEAVES' category
“BRAID”
Seems like it belongs to: RUMMAGE
Actually belongs to: WAYS TO WEAR YOUR HAIR UP
although braiding can involve intertwining or searching, it's primarily a hairstyle
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “COMB” didn't go with WAYS TO WEAR YOUR HAIR UP
Seems like: WAYS TO WEAR YOUR HAIR UP → Actually: RUMMAGE
although a comb is used for hair, it's also a tool for searching or rummaging
Why “LEAF” didn't go with THINGS THAT CAN HAVE LEAVES
Seems like: THINGS THAT CAN HAVE LEAVES → Actually: none
leaf is not explicitly listed, but it's a key concept in the 'THINGS THAT CAN HAVE LEAVES' category
Why “BRAID” didn't go with RUMMAGE
Seems like: RUMMAGE → Actually: WAYS TO WEAR YOUR HAIR UP
although braiding can involve intertwining or searching, it's primarily a hairstyle