Captain and nine crew members?

Ahoy, Crossworders! Today’s Clue Has Us Sailing the Seven Seas

This week’s crossword puzzle has me feeling a bit sea-sick, not from the clues themselves, but from the sheer volume of them! But that’s what makes crosswords so satisfying, isn’t it? That moment when you crack a tricky clue and see the puzzle fall into place.

And speaking of tricky clues, I’ve hit a snag with this one:

Captain and nine crew members?

It’s a classic wordplay clue, hinting at a nautical theme, but leaving us to figure out the actual phrase. Is it a common nautical term, or a clever twist on something else entirely?

Let’s dive into this clue and see what we can find!

Unraveling the Mystery

The Numbers:

The mention of “nine” is crucial. Does it refer to a specific type of ship with a specific crew size? Could it be a reference to a historical event?

The Captain:

This word implies leadership and command, suggesting a hierarchy or structure.

The Crew:

This hints at a group working together, perhaps on a shared mission.

Possible Avenues of Exploration

Nautical Terminology:

Could this clue be a play on a common maritime term? Think about the roles on a ship, the types of vessels, or any nautical sayings.

Historical References:

Perhaps the clue references a famous ship or voyage, with a captain and nine crew members involved. A bit of historical research might be needed here!

Wordplay:

Is there a playful way to combine “captain” and “crew” into a single word or phrase?

Let’s Crack This Clue!

I’m confident we can decipher this clue together. Share your thoughts and theories in the comments below! What do you think the answer might be? Have you come across similar clues before?

I’m excited to see what solutions we come up with. Happy puzzling!

Available Answers:

TEN ASEA (from “Tennessee”).

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 30 Jun 24, Sunday