Cracking the Code: “The smell of a coin, say (5)“
Ah, the joy of a good crossword puzzle. That feeling of satisfaction when you finally crack a tough clue, the thrill of a satisfying “aha!” moment. But sometimes, even the most seasoned solvers get stumped. That’s where we come in!
This week’s clue, “The smell of a coin, say (5),” has left many scratching their heads. It’s a tricky one, playing on the abstract concept of scent and its association with a seemingly inanimate object.
Let’s break it down:
“The smell of a coin”
: This tells us we’re looking for a word that evokes the scent of a coin.
“Say”
: This implies the word is a descriptor or an adjective, something used to describe the smell.
“(5)”
: This is the number of letters in the answer.
So, what could it be? Is it a specific metal, a type of cleaning solution, or something more metaphorical? Think about the different materials coins are made of, the way they’re handled, and any unique scents that might cling to them.
Don’t give up! Let your mind wander, consider different associations, and see if you can crack the code.
Let us know in the comments below if you’ve managed to solve this puzzle! We’d love to hear your thought process and see if you have any other clues you’d like us to dissect.
Available Answers:
SCENT.
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