Blue group — SCHNOZZ
Why is “SCHNOZZ” in the Blue group?
a Yiddish word for nose, referring to the shape or size of one's nose
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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 — SCHNOZZ
Why is “HONKER” in the Blue group?
a slang term for a nose, often used to describe a large or prominent nose
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (January 31, 2025)
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.
- CASE
- Definition: a container for carrying or storing things
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a legal proceeding or a medical condition
- CRITIC
- Definition: a person who gives opinions about the quality of something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person who finds fault or criticizes
- EXPERT
- Definition: a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a particular area
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person who is skilled at giving opinions or advice
- SNOB
- Definition: a person who has a strong interest in a particular activity or hobby
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person who looks down on others who are considered inferior
- BREAST
- Definition: the front part of the human body, or a swimming stroke
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the meat from the breast of a bird or animal
- BACK
- Definition: the rear part of the human body, or a swimming stroke
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to the rear part of an object or a support for the body
- FREE
- Definition: a swimming stroke, or unrestricted
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to something that is given or done without charge
- BUTTER
- Definition: a swimming stroke, or a type of food
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a smooth and creamy texture
Connections #599 explained
Why these words connect (January 31, 2025)
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: STORAGE CONTAINERS
These are all types of containers used for storing or carrying objects, such as a case for carrying tools or a chest for storing clothes.
Green group: SCHNOZZ
These are all words that refer to the nose, either in shape, size, or function, such as a beak-like nose or a snout-like nose.
Blue group: ONES WITH DISCERNING TASTES
These are all terms that describe individuals with a high level of knowledge or appreciation for a particular field, such as a connoisseur of fine art or a critic of literature.
Purple group: STARTS OF SWIMMING STROKES
These are all terms that refer to the starting position or movement of a swimming stroke, such as the backstroke or the breaststroke.
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.
“CASE”
Seems like it belongs to: ONES WITH DISCERNING TASTES
Actually belongs to: STORAGE CONTAINERS
while a case can refer to a legal proceeding, in this context it refers to a container
“CRITIC”
Seems like it belongs to: STARTS OF SWIMMING STROKES
Actually belongs to: ONES WITH DISCERNING TASTES
a critic is a person who gives opinions, not a swimming stroke
“EXPERT”
Seems like it belongs to: STARTS OF SWIMMING STROKES
Actually belongs to: ONES WITH DISCERNING TASTES
an expert is a person with knowledge or skill, not a swimming stroke
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “CASE” didn't go with ONES WITH DISCERNING TASTES
Seems like: ONES WITH DISCERNING TASTES → Actually: STORAGE CONTAINERS
while a case can refer to a legal proceeding, in this context it refers to a container
Why “CRITIC” didn't go with STARTS OF SWIMMING STROKES
Seems like: STARTS OF SWIMMING STROKES → Actually: ONES WITH DISCERNING TASTES
a critic is a person who gives opinions, not a swimming stroke
Why “EXPERT” didn't go with STARTS OF SWIMMING STROKES
Seems like: STARTS OF SWIMMING STROKES → Actually: ONES WITH DISCERNING TASTES
an expert is a person with knowledge or skill, not a swimming stroke