“Things Stuck On Snowman “Arms”” – A Deceptively Tricky Crossword Clue
Ah, the winter wonderland, with its crisp air, sparkling snow, and of course, the iconic snowman! But this week’s crossword clue has us scratching our heads, not with the chill, but with a rather perplexing question: “Things Stuck On Snowman “Arms””.
It’s a clue that seems deceptively simple at first. We immediately picture the classic snowman – round, white, with two sticks for arms. But what exactly are these “things” that adorn those stick arms?
The answer, as with most good crossword clues, is more subtle than it appears. It’s not about literal objects one might physically attach to a snowman’s arms. Instead, it requires a bit of lateral thinking, a shift in perspective.
This clue isn’t about the snowman itself, but about what the snowman
represents
. It’s a riddle within a riddle, a play on words that tests our understanding of the familiar. So, put on your thinking caps, dear crossword enthusiasts! Let’s unravel the mystery of what “things” grace the “arms” of our frosty friend.
Let me know in the comments below if you’ve cracked the code! And be sure to check back next week for another crossword conundrum. Happy solving!
Available Answers:
MITTENS.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 26 Aug 24, Monday