Whacking My Way Through the Wednesday Crossword: This Clue Has Me Hopping Mad!
Alright, crossword aficionados, let’s dive into the middle of the week, shall we? I tackled today’s grid with the usual enthusiasm, sharpened pencil in hand, ready to conquer whatever lexical challenges the editor threw my way. And for the most part, it was smooth sailing. A little geographical trivia here, a dash of classic literature there, some perfectly cromulent wordplay… the usual suspects.
But then, I hit a snag. A furry, Brooklyn-accented snag, to be precise.
The clue in question? Let’s just say it involves a certain lagomorph and a distinctive New York borough.
Now, I’m no stranger to character clues. They’re a staple of crossword puzzles, requiring you to think outside the box (or, perhaps, inside a particularly well-known story). Sometimes it’s a literary giant, a historical figure, or even a fictional creation with a recognizable quirk. This clue felt like it was trying to combine a character type with a regional element, which
should
have made it easier, but…it didn’t.
My first instinct, naturally, was to think of famous cartoon rabbits. Bugs Bunny immediately sprang to mind, but something felt…off. He’s got the rabbit part down, and while his origins might be debated, a definitive Brooklyn accent isn’t typically part of his repertoire. He’s more of a generic wise-cracking, rascally type.
So, I started brainstorming other bunny-related characters. Peter Rabbit? Mopsy, Flopsy, and Cottontail? The Energizer Bunny? All iconic in their own right, but none seemed to fit the “Brooklyn accent” bill. They lacked that specific, almost gritty, New York flavor that the clue seemed to be hinting at.
Then I went down the rabbit hole (pun intended!) of considering more obscure, lesser-known rabbits. Surely, there must be some children’s book character or animated short featuring a bunny with a distinctive Brooklyn twang. I consulted my inner child, who is surprisingly well-versed in rabbit lore, but alas, to no avail.
I even contemplated whether the clue was being ironic. Could it be a play on words, referencing something seemingly unrelated to rabbits and Brooklyn, but cleverly linked through a linguistic or cultural association? That’s the devilish charm of a good crossword clue; it demands you consider all the angles. Maybe it’s some obscure Brooklyn slang term related to rabbits, or vice versa?
I started looking up phrases related to Brooklyn, common stereotypes, notable residents, hoping something would click. The research led me down some interesting, albeit ultimately fruitless, avenues. I considered everything from the history of the Brooklyn Dodgers (rabbits playing baseball, anyone?) to the rise of hipster culture in the borough (are there trendy, rabbit-themed cafes I’m unaware of?).
This crossword clue has me doing the mental equivalent of scratching my head, pulling out my hair, and hopping on one foot in frustration. It’s a testament to the cleverness of the puzzle creator, who has managed to craft a clue that is both intriguing and surprisingly difficult.
I’ve stared at the surrounding letters, hoping they might offer some assistance through intersecting words. Nothing yet. They’re being stubbornly silent, refusing to divulge the secrets hidden within this Brooklyn bunny conundrum.
So, dear readers, I turn to you. Has anyone cracked this particular code? Any brilliant insights or eureka moments to share? What are your best guesses for this maddening
crossword clue
? Let’s put our collective brainpower to the test and finally solve this furry, New York-accented mystery!
Available Answers:
BUGS.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: 0730-25 NY Times Crossword 30 Jul 25, Wednesday