Yellow group — CAT BREEDS
Why is “RAGAMUFFIN” in the Yellow group?
a breed of domestic cat known for its soft, silky coat
Connections Hints for March 10, 2025 #637
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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 — ATTRACTIONS ICONICALLY DIFFERENT FROM THEIR ORIGINAL FORMS
Why is “VENUS DE MILO” in the Blue group?
an ancient Greek statue of the goddess Aphrodite, known for its missing arms
Word definitions
Tricky words in today's Connections (March 10, 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.
- RUG
- Definition: a floor covering, but also a plot point in The Big Lebowski
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, including a common household item and a key element in a film plot
- MASK
- Definition: a comedy mask, but also a common term in various contexts
- Why it's tricky: common term with multiple uses, including in comedy and drama
- LIBERTY
- Definition: freedom, but also a term associated with iconic landmarks
- Why it's tricky: multiple meanings, including a concept and a proper noun
- BELL
- Definition: a type of sound-making object, but also a proper noun
- Why it's tricky: common term with multiple uses, including as a proper noun
Connections #637 explained
Why these words connect (March 10, 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: CAT BREEDS
These are all recognized domestic cat breeds, known for their unique physical and temperamental traits.
Green group: FAMOUS SMILES
These are all well-known smiles from various sources, including art, literature, and film.
Blue group: ATTRACTIONS ICONICALLY DIFFERENT FROM THEIR ORIGINAL FORMS
These are all famous attractions that have undergone changes from their original forms, whether due to damage, restoration, or other factors.
Purple group: ASSOCIATED WITH “THE DUDE” LEBOWSKI
These are all terms associated with the main character of the film The Big Lebowski, played by Jeff Bridges.
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.
“COMEDY MASK”
Seems like it belongs to: ATTRACTIONS ICONICALLY DIFFERENT FROM THEIR ORIGINAL FORMS
Actually belongs to: FAMOUS SMILES
while comedy masks can be associated with iconic forms, this term is more closely related to famous smiles
“STATUE OF LIBERTY”
Seems like it belongs to: CAT BREEDS
Actually belongs to: ATTRACTIONS ICONICALLY DIFFERENT FROM THEIR ORIGINAL FORMS
the Statue of Liberty is not a cat breed, but rather an iconic landmark
Today's Tricky Traps — Red Herrings Explained
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Why “COMEDY MASK” didn't go with ATTRACTIONS ICONICALLY DIFFERENT FROM THEIR ORIGINAL FORMS
Seems like: ATTRACTIONS ICONICALLY DIFFERENT FROM THEIR ORIGINAL FORMS → Actually: FAMOUS SMILES
while comedy masks can be associated with iconic forms, this term is more closely related to famous smiles
Why “STATUE OF LIBERTY” didn't go with CAT BREEDS
Seems like: CAT BREEDS → Actually: ATTRACTIONS ICONICALLY DIFFERENT FROM THEIR ORIGINAL FORMS
the Statue of Liberty is not a cat breed, but rather an iconic landmark