“Wait!” … or hopeful words while playing a 35-Across?

“Wait!” … or hopeful words while playing a 35-Across?

Ah, the thrill of the crossword puzzle! That moment when you’re staring at a blank grid, a few stubborn clues stubbornly refusing to yield. You’ve exhausted your usual strategies, the coffee’s gone cold, and your brain feels like it’s about to explode. Just when you’re about to throw in the towel, a glimmer of hope. A word, a phrase, a fleeting memory… and suddenly, a solution starts to emerge.

This week’s crossword clue has me reaching for that proverbial “wait!” It’s a tricky one, this 35-Across. It’s got me scratching my head, muttering to myself, and resorting to desperate measures. But I’m determined to crack it, to feel that triumphant rush of satisfaction when the last square is filled in.

Join me as we dissect this perplexing clue, explore its potential answers, and hopefully, emerge victorious!

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Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 24 Jul 24, Wednesday