Unraveling the Mystery: “Trial of a Hanger-On” (9,4)
Ah, the joy of a good crossword puzzle! That satisfying click as you slot in the final letter, the feeling of triumph as you solve a particularly tricky clue. But sometimes, those clues leave us scratching our heads, muttering under our breath, and yearning for a little extra assistance.
This week’s puzzle presented a particularly intriguing challenge: “Trial of a Hanger-On” (9,4). Intriguing, yes, but also undeniably cryptic. Is it a legal battle? A test of endurance? Or something entirely different?
Let’s break it down:
“Trial”
– This could be a literal courtroom trial, or it could be a metaphorical trial, a test of some kind.
“Hanger-On”
– This immediately brings to mind someone who clings to another person for support or advantage.
The combination of “Trial” and “Hanger-On” suggests a situation where someone’s loyalty or dependence is being tested. But how does this translate into a nine-letter, four-letter word pairing?
Let’s consider the different possibilities:
Is the answer a type of trial?
If so, what type of trial would be particularly relevant to a hanger-on?
Is the answer a synonym for “hanger-on”?
Could there be a more descriptive word that encapsulates the essence of being a dependent?
Is the answer a phrase that relates to the act of hanging on?
Perhaps something that implies a sense of clinging or dependence?
With these questions in mind, we can start to decipher the meaning behind this cryptic clue.
Stay tuned, dear readers, as we explore the possibilities and unravel the mystery of “Trial of a Hanger-On” (9,4). Remember, the key to solving crosswords lies in understanding the nuances of language and embracing the art of wordplay!
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Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Metro Cryptic Crossword Clues Wednesday, 25 September 2024