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A Mountainous Clue: Cracking the Code of a Cryptic Crossword

Ah, the joy of a good cryptic crossword. Those twists and turns, the clever misdirections, the ultimate satisfaction of deciphering the seemingly impossible. But sometimes, even the most seasoned solver encounters a clue that leaves them scratching their head.

This week, I stumbled upon a particularly intriguing clue that had me stumped for far too long. It was a four-letter word, and the definition was simple enough: a type of animal. But the clue itself was anything but straightforward, riddled with wordplay and a deceptive hint.

After spending what felt like an eternity staring at the grid, I finally had a breakthrough. The answer, once revealed, felt both obvious and ingenious. It was a reminder that sometimes, the most challenging clues are the ones that force you to think outside the box.

So, without further ado, let’s dive into this week’s puzzle and explore the layers of wordplay that make this clue so captivating.

The Clue:

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Let’s break it down:

The surface reading:

The initial impression of the clue, the straightforward meaning.

The wordplay:

The hidden mechanism that connects the clue to the answer.

The definition:

The actual meaning of the answer, sometimes disguised by wordplay.

Stay tuned as we unravel the intricacies of this cryptic masterpiece and discover the satisfying “Aha!” moment that comes with conquering a challenging clue.

Available Answers:

IBEXES.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate Crossword – Sep 10 2024