Blue group — #1 SONGS FROM 1982
Why is “ABRACADABRA” in the Blue group?
a song by The Steve Miller Band, released in 1982, known for its catchy chorus and magical theme
Connections Hints for March 9, 2025 #636
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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 — #1 SONGS FROM 1982
Why is “CENTERFOLD” in the Blue group?
a song by The J. Geils Band, released in 1982, known for its provocative lyrics and music video
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (March 9, 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.
- SERVICE
- Definition: an act of helpfulness
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a religious ceremony or a technical support team
- SOLID
- Definition: a type of helpful deed, as in 'doing a solid' for someone
- Why it's tricky: more commonly refers to a physical state or a three-dimensional shape
- TABLET
- Definition: a computer input device
- Why it's tricky: can also refer to a medicinal pill or a stone slab with inscriptions
- MICKEY
- Definition: a #1 song from 1982 by Toni Basil
- Why it's tricky: more commonly refers to the famous cartoon character Mickey Mouse
Connections #636 explained
Why these words connect (March 9, 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: COMPUTER INPUT DEVICES
These are all devices used to input data into a computer, including audio, visual, and tactile inputs. They are all commonly used in modern computing.
Green group: BUILDING MATERIALS
These are all materials used in the construction of buildings, including natural and synthetic materials. They are all commonly used in modern architecture.
Blue group: HELPFUL DEED
These are all actions that demonstrate kindness and helpfulness towards others. They are all positive and selfless acts.
Purple group: #1 SONGS FROM 1982
These are all songs that reached #1 on the charts in 1982, including rock, pop, and new wave genres. They are all iconic songs of the era.
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.
“STONE”
Seems like it belongs to: COMPUTER INPUT DEVICES
Actually belongs to: BUILDING MATERIALS
while 'stone' can refer to a type of tablet, in this context it's a building material; the word 'tablet' is what belongs to the computer input devices category
“SERVICE”
Seems like it belongs to: BUILDING MATERIALS
Actually belongs to: HELPFUL DEED
while 'service' can refer to a type of building maintenance, in this context it's an act of helpfulness
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “STONE” didn't go with COMPUTER INPUT DEVICES
Seems like: COMPUTER INPUT DEVICES → Actually: BUILDING MATERIALS
while 'stone' can refer to a type of tablet, in this context it's a building material; the word 'tablet' is what belongs to the computer input devices category
Why “SERVICE” didn't go with BUILDING MATERIALS
Seems like: BUILDING MATERIALS → Actually: HELPFUL DEED
while 'service' can refer to a type of building maintenance, in this context it's an act of helpfulness