Yellow group — TEMPLATE
Why is “MOLD” in the Yellow group?
a shape or pattern used to create something, such as a mold for casting metal
Connections Hints for February 13, 2025 #612
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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 — DEMONSTRATION, AS OF APPRECIATION
Why is “TOKEN” in the Green group?
a symbol or sign of something, such as a token of appreciation
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (February 13, 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.
- MODEL
- Definition: a three-dimensional representation of a person or thing
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a person who models clothing
- TOKEN
- Definition: a symbol or sign of something
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a small token or coin used for a specific purpose
- GUIDE
- Definition: a person who shows the way to others
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a book or document that provides information or instruction
- SYMBOL
- Definition: an object, color, or sound that represents an idea or concept
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a mathematical symbol or a symbol in a specific context
Connections #612 explained
Why these words connect (February 13, 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: TEMPLATE
These words are all related to patterns or models used to create or shape something else, such as a blueprint or a guide.
Green group: DEMONSTRATION, AS OF APPRECIATION
These words are all related to ways to show or express appreciation or gratitude, such as a gesture or a symbol.
Blue group: MODAL VERBS
These words are all modal verbs used to express possibility or necessity, such as can, might, or must.
Purple group: ___ TRIP
These words are all related to types of trips or journeys, such as an ego trip or a guilt trip.
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.
“MODEL”
Seems like it belongs to: DEMONSTRATION, AS OF APPRECIATION
Actually belongs to: TEMPLATE
while a model can be a symbol or representation, in this context it refers to a template or pattern
“GUIDE”
Seems like it belongs to: MODAL VERBS
Actually belongs to: TEMPLATE
while a guide can provide instruction or direction, in this context it refers to a template or pattern
“SYMBOL”
Seems like it belongs to: TEMPLATE
Actually belongs to: DEMONSTRATION, AS OF APPRECIATION
while a symbol can be a template or pattern, in this context it refers to a sign or representation of something
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “MODEL” didn't go with DEMONSTRATION, AS OF APPRECIATION
Seems like: DEMONSTRATION, AS OF APPRECIATION → Actually: TEMPLATE
while a model can be a symbol or representation, in this context it refers to a template or pattern
Why “GUIDE” didn't go with MODAL VERBS
Seems like: MODAL VERBS → Actually: TEMPLATE
while a guide can provide instruction or direction, in this context it refers to a template or pattern
Why “SYMBOL” didn't go with TEMPLATE
Seems like: TEMPLATE → Actually: DEMONSTRATION, AS OF APPRECIATION
while a symbol can be a template or pattern, in this context it refers to a sign or representation of something