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4 Common Trap Archetypes in Connections The puzzle editor deliberately includes overlapping associations to force premature, incorrect submissions. Recognizing these traps before guessing is crucial: 1. The Five-Word Theme (The Decoy Anchor) You spot five terms clearly associated with a familiar concept (e.g., Bass, Flounder, Trout, Salmon, Sole all relate to fish). Only four belong to the category; the fifth is a disguised anchor for another theme (such as Sole belonging to "Parts of a shoe"). Rule: Never submit a group of four when you see five valid candidates. Wait until you identify the alternative home for the outlier. connections hint
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