Blue group — THINGS THAT SWING
Why is “PENDULUM” in the Blue group?
a weight suspended from a pivot, used to regulate the movement of a clock
Connections Hints for November 10, 2024 #517
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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 — THINGS THAT SWING
Why is “SALOON DOORS” in the Blue group?
a type of door that swings back and forth, often found in western saloons
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 10, 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.
- STEER
- Definition: to guide or direct
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of cattle
- RAM
- Definition: a male sheep
- Why it's tricky: also a term for a type of computer memory and an NFL team
- JET
- Definition: a type of airplane
- Why it's tricky: also a term for a type of black gemstone and an NFL team
- SWING
- Definition: to move back and forth
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a type of dance or a golf stroke
Connections #517 explained
Why these words connect (November 10, 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: BARREL-SHAPED CONTAINER
These are all types of containers that are shaped like a barrel, often used for storing liquids.
Green group: GUIDE
These are all types of guides that help people navigate or find their way, whether it's through a physical space or a process.
Blue group: N.F.L. TEAM MEMBER
These are all names of NFL teams, including the Cowboys, Jets, Rams, and Ravens.
Purple group: THINGS THAT SWING
These are all things that swing or move back and forth, whether it's a golfer's swing, a pendulum, or saloon doors.
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.
“RAM”
Seems like it belongs to: BARREL-SHAPED CONTAINER
Actually belongs to: N.F.L. TEAM MEMBER
while a ram can be a type of container, in this context it refers to the Los Angeles Rams football team
“JET”
Seems like it belongs to: THINGS THAT SWING
Actually belongs to: N.F.L. TEAM MEMBER
while a jet can be a type of fast-moving object, in this context it refers to the New York Jets football team
“COWBOY”
Seems like it belongs to: GUIDE
Actually belongs to: N.F.L. TEAM MEMBER
while a cowboy can be a type of guide, in this context it refers to the Dallas Cowboys football team
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “RAM” didn't go with BARREL-SHAPED CONTAINER
Seems like: BARREL-SHAPED CONTAINER → Actually: N.F.L. TEAM MEMBER
while a ram can be a type of container, in this context it refers to the Los Angeles Rams football team
Why “JET” didn't go with THINGS THAT SWING
Seems like: THINGS THAT SWING → Actually: N.F.L. TEAM MEMBER
while a jet can be a type of fast-moving object, in this context it refers to the New York Jets football team
Why “COWBOY” didn't go with GUIDE
Seems like: GUIDE → Actually: N.F.L. TEAM MEMBER
while a cowboy can be a type of guide, in this context it refers to the Dallas Cowboys football team