Proceed to find the fool (4)

“Proceed to find the fool” (4) – A Crossword Conundrum

Ah, the joy of a good crossword puzzle! Those satisfying moments of deciphering cryptic clues and filling in those empty squares. But sometimes, a clue comes along that leaves you scratching your head, wondering if the setter is playing a cruel trick on you.

This week, I encountered a clue that I found particularly intriguing: “Proceed to find the fool” (4). Intriguing, yes, but also a bit baffling! What does it even mean? “Proceed” suggests movement, but movement towards what? And why the mention of a “fool”? Is this a riddle wrapped in an enigma?

Let’s break it down. “Proceed” implies action, a specific course of action. But what action are we supposed to take? And what does it have to do with finding a fool? Is this a metaphor? Does it have something to do with the concept of folly?

The clue’s brevity also adds to the challenge. With only four letters, the answer must be concise and potentially unexpected. It could be a common word, or it could be something less familiar, a word that requires a leap of logic to unravel.

The beauty of crossword clues lies in their ability to test our wordplay skills, our knowledge of vocabulary, and our capacity for creative thinking. This particular clue certainly checks all those boxes. It’s a puzzle within a puzzle, a riddle wrapped in a crossword, begging to be solved.

So, how would you approach this clue? Do you see a clear path to the solution, or are you left staring blankly at the grid? I encourage you to ponder this clue and share your thoughts in the comments below. Let’s see if we can crack this conundrum together!

Available Answers:

GOON.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Metro Cryptic Crossword Clues Sunday, 16 June 2024