Solving the Spooky Clue: “Gave a bit of Halloween “decoration,” for short”
This week’s crossword clue has us stepping into the spooky realm of Halloween! We’re tasked with finding a short word that means “gave a bit of Halloween ‘decoration’.” This clue is a bit of a trickster, playing on our assumptions about the nature of Halloween decorations.
Let’s break down the clue:
“Gave a bit of…”
This tells us we’re looking for a verb, an action word.
“…Halloween ‘decoration’…”
This is where the trick comes in. It’s not about the decoration itself, but rather the act of decorating.
“…for short”
This confirms we’re looking for a shorter version of a common word.
To solve this clue, we need to think outside the usual Halloween decoration boxes. Think about the actions associated with decorating for Halloween – not the spooky props themselves. What short word could describe that action?
Let me know in the comments if you’ve cracked this spooky clue! I’m eager to hear your solution. Happy puzzling!
Available Answers:
TP’ED.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 13 Jul 24, Saturday