Teenis serve that isn’t touched by the opponent

Ace-ing Your Crossword: A Serve That’s Untouched

Crossword puzzles are a fantastic way to challenge your brain, expand your vocabulary, and escape for a bit. But sometimes, even the most seasoned solver can get stumped. Today, we’re tackling a clue that might leave you scratching your head:

“Tennis serve that isn’t touched by the opponent.”

This clue, while seemingly simple, can be tricky if you’re not a tennis aficionado. Don’t worry, we’re here to break it down and help you get that satisfying “aha!” moment.

Let’s start by dissecting the clue. We know it’s about a tennis serve, meaning the answer is a word related to the action of serving in tennis. The second part, “that isn’t touched by the opponent,” is crucial. This tells us the answer isn’t about the serve’s speed, placement, or spin, but rather its outcome.

Think about the different results a tennis serve can have: it can be returned, be a fault, or… What happens when the opponent doesn’t even attempt to return the serve? That’s the key to solving this clue!

Remember, sometimes the answer is simpler than you think. Stay tuned as we dive deeper into this clue and reveal the solution in the next part of this blog post.

Available Answers:

Ace.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Daily Celebrity Crossword – 6/25/24 TV Tuesday