Tyne Time: Cracking the Emmy-Winning Actress Clue
Hey there, fellow crossword enthusiasts! This week’s puzzle had me stumped for a good chunk of time, all thanks to a particularly tricky clue that sent me spiraling down a rabbit hole of obscure actresses. I’m talking about the one that simply read: “Emmy-winning Tyne.”
Now, I’m not new to this game. I’ve tackled cryptic clues, faced obscure wordplay, and even encountered a few typos along the way. But this one felt different. It felt like a hidden gem, waiting to be unearthed.
The word “Tyne” itself isn’t exactly a household name. While the River Tyne in the UK might be familiar, it’s not exactly a common actress’s name. This clue screamed “proper noun” and a dive into the world of television history was in order.
I started with a quick Google search, hoping for a list of Emmy winners that would lead me to the answer. Surprisingly, I came up empty. No “Tyne” in sight. I even tried adding “Emmy” to the search to see if any specific awards ceremony results would pop up. Still nothing.
This was getting frustrating.
So, I decided to switch tactics. Maybe I was missing something obvious, something I’d overlooked. I started digging through a list of Emmy-winning actresses, hoping for a hint of a connection. Was there an actress with a nickname? A character name that included “Tyne”? A last name that could be linked to “Tyne” in some way?
The answer, it turned out, was a lot simpler than I expected. It wasn’t about finding a connection to the word “Tyne” itself, but about understanding the way the clue was structured.
Stay tuned, my fellow puzzle-solvers, as I reveal the answer to this Emmy-winning clue in the next post. In the meantime, feel free to leave your own guesses in the comments below. Let’s see who can crack this one!
Available Answers:
DALY.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate Crossword – Sep 2 2024