A Striker May Have a Hand in This (6,5): A Clue That’s Got Us Thinking
This week’s crossword puzzle threw a real curveball at me with this clue:
“A striker may have a hand in this (6,5).”
I’ve been staring at it for a good ten minutes now, and my brain feels like it’s slowly turning to mush.
I’ve tried all the usual tricks: thinking about different types of strikers, imagining all the possible hand gestures they might make, and even Googling “strikes and hands” just in case there’s some obscure sporting ritual I’m unaware of. But nothing’s clicking!
This clue is definitely on the trickier side. It’s not a straightforward definition, and it seems to be hinting at a metaphorical connection. The use of “hand in” is also suggestive – is it implying collaboration? Or maybe something more sinister?
I’m determined to crack this one, though. I’ve got my trusty thesaurus handy, my crossword dictionary open, and my trusty mug of coffee by my side. Time to put my thinking cap on and see if I can decipher this cryptic message.
Let me know if you’ve got any ideas in the comments below!
I’d love to hear your thoughts on this perplexing clue.
Available Answers:
BOXINGGLOVE.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Metro Cryptic Crossword Clues Thursday, 27 June 2024