Cracking the Code: “Grandparent, e.g.”
Ah, the joy of a challenging crossword clue! Today’s puzzle presents us with a classic, yet subtly tricky entry: “Grandparent, e.g.”
This clue is a great example of how crosswords use wordplay to test our knowledge. It’s not a straightforward definition; it requires us to think about relationships and the broader context.
So, how do we tackle this?
First, let’s break down the clue:
“Grandparent”
: This is our primary subject. We’re looking for a word that describes a grandparent.
“e.g.”
: This abbreviation stands for “for example”. The clue is hinting that we need a general term, not a specific one like “grandmother” or “grandfather”.
With these elements in mind, we can start brainstorming. Do you have a word in mind?
Let me know in the comments below! I’m curious to see what strategies you’re employing.
Available Answers:
ELDER.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 3 Sep 24, Tuesday