Blue group — PALINDROMES
Why is “ROTATOR” in the Blue group?
a term for a part that rotates, also a palindrome
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Definitions for the most unusual words in today's puzzle
Blue group — PALINDROMES
a term for a part that rotates, also a palindrome
Blue group — PALINDROMES
the last name of tennis player Monica Seles, also a palindrome
Word definitions
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.
Connections #1000 explained
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.
These are all major cities around the world, known for their cultural and economic significance.
These are all words that are palindromes, meaning they read the same when reversed, including 'EYE' and 'REFER'.
These are all horror movie titles with the letter 'S' removed, including 'JAW' from 'Jaws' and 'GREMLIN' from 'Gremlins'.
These are all words that start with the slang term for zero, including 'ZIP' as in 'zipper' and 'Z' as in 'zilch', referring to the number zero.
These words were designed to mislead you. Understanding why they don't belong where you first think sharpens your game for tomorrow.
Seems like it belongs to: PALINDROMES
Actually belongs to: HORROR MOVIES MINUS 'S'
although 'sinner' could be a palindrome, in this context it belongs to horror movies without the letter 'S'
Seems like it belongs to: HORROR MOVIES MINUS 'S'
Actually belongs to: STARTING WITH SLANG FOR ZERO
although 'jacket' could fit into horror movies, it starts with the slang 'z' as in 'zero', making it part of the 'STARTING WITH SLANG FOR ZERO' group
These words look like they belong in one group but actually fit somewhere else entirely.
Seems like: PALINDROMES → Actually: HORROR MOVIES MINUS 'S'
although 'sinner' could be a palindrome, in this context it belongs to horror movies without the letter 'S'
Seems like: HORROR MOVIES MINUS 'S' → Actually: STARTING WITH SLANG FOR ZERO
although 'jacket' could fit into horror movies, it starts with the slang 'z' as in 'zero', making it part of the 'STARTING WITH SLANG FOR ZERO' group