“So frustrating!”

So Frustrating! The Crossword Clue That Had Me Stumped

There are moments in every crossword solver’s life when the grid transforms from a playful challenge into a frustrating puzzle. You’ve filled in half the clues, the theme is starting to reveal itself, but then… BAM! A single clue throws a wrench into your progress, leaving you staring blankly at the empty squares.

This week, I encountered one of those frustrating clues. It felt like the answer should be right on the tip of my tongue, something I’d encounter in everyday conversation. But try as I might, I couldn’t for the life of me crack it. Hours passed, filled with frantic Google searches, dictionary dives, and frustrated sighs.

The clue itself was deceptively simple, almost mundane. But it was the sheer
impossibility
of finding the answer that drove me to the brink of crossword-induced madness.

Let me give you a hint: the clue had a nautical theme, something you might associate with a pirate’s treasure. But that’s all I’ll say for now.

I’m not going to spoil the answer for you. I want you to experience the same agonizing joy of finally cracking the code. So, grab your pen and paper, pull up your favorite crossword puzzle, and see if you can solve this infuriating clue.

And if you manage to get it before I reveal the answer, consider yourself a true crossword champion.

Stay tuned for the answer to this devilishly clever clue in my next post!

Available Answers:

GAH.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate Crossword – Oct 25 2024