Cracking the Code: “Recorded a score, with ‘up'”
This week’s crossword puzzle threw a curveball at me with a clue that had me scratching my head for a good ten minutes. It’s one of those classic, seemingly simple clues that can easily trip you up if you’re not paying attention.
“Recorded a score, with ‘up'”
On the surface, it seems straightforward enough. We’re looking for a word that means “to record a score” and includes the word “up” within it. But the puzzle’s sneaky, and there’s more to it than meets the eye.
The first instinct is to go for the obvious – “score up” immediately springs to mind. However, that’s a phrase, not a single word. The clue is definitely looking for something more concise, something that combines the idea of recording a score and the word “up” into a single, clever entity.
This is where the fun of crossword solving really kicks in. We need to start thinking outside the box, exploring different angles and possibilities. Is there a verb that means “to record a score” that also happens to include “up”? Or perhaps a noun that signifies scoring with “up” woven into its structure?
The key here is to pay close attention to the wordplay. What connections can we draw between the word “up” and the act of recording a score? Are there any related terms or concepts that might be hiding in plain sight?
As always, I encourage you to give this clue a go yourself before diving into the solution. It’s a fun exercise in lateral thinking and a great way to stretch those crossword-solving muscles.
I’ll be back with the answer and a detailed explanation in the next post. Until then, happy puzzling!
Available Answers:
CHALKED.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate Crossword – Oct 25 2024