Grouse at deplorably shocking acts (8)

Grouse at Deplorably Shocking Acts (8): A Crossword Clue That’s Got Us Thinking

Ah, the joys of a challenging crossword clue. Sometimes they’re straightforward, almost laughably easy. Other times, they’re like a cryptic riddle, demanding every ounce of your brainpower. And then there are the clues that leave you scratching your head, muttering under your breath, wondering if the setter is playing some elaborate joke on you.

Today’s clue falls firmly into that last category:

“Grouse at deplorably shocking acts (8)“

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It’s got us stumped. On the surface, it seems like a fairly simple clue. “Grouse” suggests complaining, and “deplorably shocking acts” points towards something truly awful. But how do we put those pieces together?

Is there a specific term for someone who complains about terrible acts? Is it a word related to a particular type of criticism? Are we looking for an eight-letter noun, verb, or adjective?

We’ve been tearing our hair out trying to crack this one, and we’re hoping you can help us. Let us know what you think!

Do you have any brilliant ideas? Any wild guesses? Share your thoughts in the comments below – we’re eager to hear from you!

Available Answers:

OUTRAGES.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Metro Cryptic Crossword Clues Thursday, 18 July 2024