Ready to be picked, as a tomato

Ready to be picked, as a tomato: Cracking the Crossword Clue

Ah, the elusive crossword clue. Sometimes it hits you like a bolt of lightning, other times it requires more…
ripeness
(pun intended!). Today’s clue, “Ready to be picked, as a tomato,” falls somewhere in between. It’s a playful little puzzle that requires a dash of knowledge and a sprinkle of lateral thinking.

Let’s break it down. The clue clearly indicates we’re looking for a word describing a tomato’s state when it’s ready to be harvested. Think about the characteristics of a ripe tomato – color, texture, perhaps even a subtle aroma? The clue doesn’t directly state these characteristics, but it hints at them.

Now, let’s consider the “as a tomato” part. This implies a word commonly associated with tomatoes, perhaps even a word that describes a particular type of tomato.

Ready to dive into the world of wordplay and unravel this juicy clue? Grab your pen and paper, and let’s get started!

Hint:

Think of the most common word used to describe a tomato at its peak ripeness. Don’t forget to consider the visual and textural aspects of a ripe tomato!

Available Answers:

Ripe.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Daily Celebrity Crossword – 10/23/24 Wayback Wednesday