The hush that pervades the cemetery (4,7)

Cracking the Code: “The Hush that Pervades the Cemetery” (4,7)

Ah, the joy of a challenging crossword clue! Today’s puzzle throws us a particularly evocative one, transporting us to the hallowed ground of a cemetery with a simple yet poignant phrase: “The Hush that Pervades the Cemetery” (4,7).

This clue isn’t about literal sound, but rather about the atmosphere, the intangible feeling that permeates a graveyard. It’s a clue that requires a bit of poetic thinking, a willingness to delve into the unspoken language of the cemetery.

As crossword enthusiasts, we know that each clue is a puzzle within a puzzle, a cryptic message that leads us to the solution. The word “pervades” is key here, suggesting an all-encompassing quality, a sense of presence that lingers in the air.

Is it a sense of peace, of finality, or perhaps even a hint of mystery? The answer, my dear crossworders, lies in the heart of the clue.

So, sharpen your pencils, pull out your dictionaries (or your trusty online thesaurus), and let’s crack the code of this intriguing clue together. Don’t forget to leave your guesses in the comments below! We’ll reveal the answer in a future post.

Available Answers:

DEADSILENCE.

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