Storm when the secretary is French (7)

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Storming the Crossword: “Storm when the secretary is French (7)“

Ah, the joy (and occasional frustration) of tackling a crossword puzzle! Today’s clue, “Storm when the secretary is French (7)“, has me scratching my head, and I’m sure many of you are doing the same. This one is a classic cryptic clue, playing on a double meaning to disguise the answer.

Let’s break it down:

“Storm”

is the obvious starting point, hinting at a type of weather phenomenon.

“When the secretary is French”

is where the puzzle gets interesting. This phrase is a wordplay, likely referring to a change in how something is spelled or pronounced.

The clue requires us to think outside the box, combining our knowledge of weather patterns and how the French language might impact the spelling of a word.

Let me know your thoughts in the comments. Have you figured out the answer? I’m curious to see your reasoning!

Storm when the secretary is French (7)

Available Answers:

TEMPEST.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Metro Cryptic Crossword Clues Thursday, 1 August 2024