The Stinky Clue: Can You Crack This Foul Smell?
Ah, the joys of crossword puzzles. There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of finally figuring out that tricky clue, that elusive word that’s been taunting you for the past hour. But sometimes, the clues themselves can be downright stinky.
Today’s blog post dives into one such clue: “Foul smell.” This clue isn’t about delicate floral scents or freshly baked bread. It’s about the kind of odor that makes you wrinkle your nose and wonder what unspeakable horrors are lurking nearby.
We’ve all been there. We’ve all encountered those olfactory assaults that make us question our own sense of smell. The lingering scent of something rotten in the fridge. The unmistakable aroma of burnt popcorn wafting from the neighbor’s apartment. Or, let’s be honest, the “unique” fragrance that sometimes emanates from the local sewage plant.
But how do we translate this experience into a crossword clue? How do we capture the essence of that pungent, repulsive odor in a single, succinct phrase?
This clue is all about wordplay. It’s about finding the right combination of words that evoke that specific sensory experience. It’s about making the solver cringe just a little bit as they try to decipher the answer.
Ready to put your olfactory senses to the test? Let’s see if you can sniff out the answer to this stinky clue.
Can you solve the crossword clue: “Foul smell“?
Let me know in the comments below what you come up with! And be sure to check back next week for another challenging clue.
Available Answers:
ODOR, Odor.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: –NY Times Crossword 1 Jul 24, Monday
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