Foiled

Foiled Again: A Tricky Crossword Clue Decoded

Ah, the joys of a challenging crossword clue. It’s that feeling of mental gymnastics, the mental puzzle you just
have
to solve. And sometimes, those clues just leave you scratching your head, muttering “Foiled again!” under your breath.

This week, I encountered a particularly tricky clue that had me stumped for a good while. It involved a word that could mean “defeated” or “thwarted,” but the context made it seem like something else entirely. The word “foiled” popped into my mind, but it just didn’t seem to fit.

After a few false starts and several frustrated sighs, I finally cracked the code. The key was to think outside the box, to consider the word’s multiple meanings and how they could be cleverly intertwined with the clue.

Are you ready to tackle this tricky puzzle?

Let’s dive into the clue and see if we can unravel its secrets together. Here’s what you need to know:

The Clue:

[Insert the crossword clue here]

The Wordplay:

This clue relies on [Explain the type of wordplay involved. Is it a double meaning? A pun? A hidden word?].

The Solution:

The answer is a [Describe the type of word: noun, verb, adjective]. It has a connection to [Briefly hint at the word’s connection to the clue without revealing the answer].

Are you ready to put on your thinking cap and give this clue a shot?

Leave your guesses in the comments below! And don’t worry if you get stumped – we’ll reveal the answer and a full explanation later this week.

Available Answers:

THWARTED.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate Crossword – Aug 5 2024