What one might do to the rules or the truth

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Bending the Rules, Stretching the Truth: Today’s Crossword Clue

Ah, the crossword puzzle. A delightful challenge, a mental workout, a source of both satisfaction and frustration. And sometimes, the clues themselves can be a bit of a head-scratcher. Today’s puzzle throws us a particularly intriguing one:

What one might do to the rules or the truth?

This clue is all about finding the right verb, the right action that describes the way we can manipulate, twist, or even just interpret these fundamental things. Is it about defiance? Deception? Or perhaps a more nuanced approach?

Let’s break down the possibilities:

Rules:

We can

break

the rules,

bend

them,

interpret

them differently, or even

circumvent

them altogether.

Truth:

We can

distort

the truth,

omit

information,

spin

a story, or even

lie

outright.

The key to this clue lies in finding a word that captures the essence of both actions. It needs to be a verb that can encompass both the subtle bending of rules and the more blatant manipulation of truth.

So, what could it be? I’m sure there are several possibilities, but I’m eager to hear your thoughts! Let me know what you come up with in the comments below. Happy solving!

What one might do to the rules or the truth

Available Answers:

BEND.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 17 Sep 24, Tuesday