Green group — KINDS OF BRAS
Why is “DEMI” in the Green group?
A type of bra that covers half of the breast
Connections Hints for November 11, 2024 #518
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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 — KINDS OF BRAS
Why is “WIRELESS” in the Green group?
A type of bra without underwires
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (November 11, 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.
- CORE
- Definition: Central or most important part
- Why it's tricky: Multiple meanings, including computer core or central idea
- SUBSTANCE
- Definition: Essential or fundamental part
- Why it's tricky: Can refer to a chemical substance or a concept
- THRUST
- Definition: Main idea or purpose
- Why it's tricky: Can also mean a sudden push or force
- MEAT
- Definition: Main or essential part
- Why it's tricky: Typically refers to animal tissue used as food
Connections #518 explained
Why these words connect (November 11, 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: CANDY BARS
These are all names of popular candy bars, including Crunch, Dove, and Mars, which are well-known brands in the confectionery industry.
Green group: GIST
These words all relate to the central or essential part of something, including the core, meat, or substance of an idea or concept, which are fundamental to understanding the gist of a topic.
Blue group: KINDS OF BRAS
These are all types of bras, including demi, push-up, sports, and wireless, which are designed for different purposes and preferences, such as comfort, support, or fashion.
Purple group: ___ BIRD
These words are all part of phrases that include the word 'bird', such as big bird, early bird, or lady bird, which are idiomatic expressions or references to specific birds.
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.
“BIG”
Seems like it belongs to: CANDY BARS
Actually belongs to: ___ BIRD
Big can refer to a large candy bar, but in this context, it's part of the phrase 'big bird'
“SPORTS”
Seems like it belongs to: ___ BIRD
Actually belongs to: KINDS OF BRAS
Sports can be related to a type of bird, but in this context, it's a type of bra
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “BIG” didn't go with CANDY BARS
Seems like: CANDY BARS → Actually: ___ BIRD
Big can refer to a large candy bar, but in this context, it's part of the phrase 'big bird'
Why “SPORTS” didn't go with ___ BIRD
Seems like: ___ BIRD → Actually: KINDS OF BRAS
Sports can be related to a type of bird, but in this context, it's a type of bra