What Comic Sans is “sans”

Unraveling the Mystery: What Comic Sans is “Sans”

Crossword puzzles are a great way to flex our mental muscles, but sometimes we encounter a clue that throws us for a loop. This week, I stumbled upon a particularly intriguing clue that sent me down a rabbit hole of font exploration:

What Comic Sans is “sans”

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At first glance, the clue seems deceptively simple. We know Comic Sans is a font, and “sans” typically refers to sans-serif fonts. But what does it mean to be “sans” in this context? Is this a trick question? A play on words? Or is there a deeper connection between Comic Sans and the concept of “sans”?

To solve this puzzle, we need to consider the broader context of the crossword. What other clues have we solved? What theme or category might this clue belong to? Are there any wordplay elements we need to decipher?

Don’t worry, dear crossworders, we’re not about to dissect the intricacies of typography just yet. Let’s approach this clue systematically. We’ll start by breaking down the key words and exploring their individual meanings. Then, we’ll consider possible connections between them and analyze potential wordplay.

Stay tuned for the next post, where we’ll delve into the heart of this intriguing clue and hopefully crack the code!

Available Answers:

SERIF.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 5 Sep 24, Thursday