A Sudden Fit of Rage When the Brown-Shirt Has a Drink (7)
Ah, the joy of a good crossword puzzle. The thrill of the hunt, the satisfaction of deciphering those cryptic clues, the smug sense of accomplishment when you finally fill in that last square. But sometimes, those clues can be real head-scratchers!
Today’s clue, “A sudden fit of rage when the brown-shirt has a drink (7)” is one of those. It’s a bit of a curveball, but with a little bit of lateral thinking, you should be able to crack it.
Don’t worry, I’m not going to give you the answer right away. Instead, I’m going to help you break down the clue and guide you through the thought process.
First, let’s look at the surface reading. “A sudden fit of rage” suggests something volatile and emotional. “The brown-shirt has a drink” – this part is a bit more cryptic. Is it a literal brown shirt? Or is it a metaphor?
Let’s explore the potential wordplay. “Brown-shirt” is a term associated with a particular political movement, and could be a hint towards a particular type of anger or outburst.
And then there’s the drink. What type of drink? Could it be something that evokes a particular emotion?
Remember, crossword clues often use puns, double meanings, and wordplay. Think about the different ways these words can be interpreted.
Take your time, work through the possibilities, and don’t be afraid to try out different combinations. I’m confident that with a little effort, you’ll be able to solve this clue and feel that familiar crossword satisfaction.
Good luck! And feel free to share your thought process and any potential answers in the comments below.
Available Answers:
TANTRUM.
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