Simply unacceptable

“Simply Unacceptable” – A Crossword Clue That Makes You Scream “Unfair!”

We all know the feeling. You’re cruising through the crossword, feeling like a puzzle-solving pro, then BAM! A clue hits you like a ton of bricks. You stare at it, your brain short-circuiting, and you can’t even begin to fathom what the answer could be. This week, that clue for me was “Simply unacceptable.”

Ugh, right?

It’s those deceptively simple clues that are the worst. They trick you into thinking they’re straightforward, but then they unleash a barrage of possibilities that leave you feeling utterly lost.

“Simply unacceptable” – it could be a word, a phrase, an action… the possibilities are endless!

Is it a synonym for “wrong,” like “abhorrent” or “outrageous”? Maybe it’s a description of something utterly appalling, like “unbearable” or “unforgivable.” Or maybe it’s a more nuanced phrase that conveys a sense of moral outrage, like “a travesty” or “an insult”?

The frustration mounts with every passing moment. You’re flipping through your mental thesaurus, desperately searching for that elusive word that fits the bill. But nothing seems quite right. The clock is ticking, and you’re starting to feel the pressure.

This is where the true crossword warrior emerges. You’ve got to channel your inner Sherlock Holmes and start piecing together the clues. What’s the surrounding context? What other clues are in the puzzle that might offer a hint? Are there any word lengths or letter constraints to consider?

This week, I’m going to share my own journey of unraveling the mystery of “Simply unacceptable.” Join me as we explore the various avenues, the dead ends, and the moments of Eureka! that eventually lead to the triumphant moment of filling in the answer.

Get ready to sharpen your pencils, because this crossword clue is anything but simple!

Available Answers:

NOT OK.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 17 Jun 24, Monday