“What was I thinking?”

“What Was I Thinking?” – A Crossword Conundrum

Ah, the dreaded “What was I thinking?” moment. We all have them, those fleeting instances where our brain takes a detour, leading us down a path of questionable logic and nonsensical answers. In the world of crossword puzzles, these moments can be especially frustrating.

Today’s blog post focuses on one such puzzling clue, a seemingly straightforward phrase that sent me spiraling into a vortex of confusion. This clue, “What was I thinking?” is a true head-scratcher, leaving me questioning my own sanity and the very structure of the English language.

While I won’t give away the answer just yet, let me paint a picture of the mental gymnastics I went through while trying to crack this cryptic puzzle. First, I attempted a literal interpretation. “What was I thinking?” could refer to a moment of self-reflection, perhaps an internal dialogue about a past decision. But this approach yielded nothing but a blank space.

Next, I delved into the realm of wordplay. Perhaps it was a simple pun, or a clever word association? I bounced back and forth between synonyms, antonyms, and even random words with no apparent connection. My brain felt like a tangled ball of yarn, the thread of logic hopelessly lost.

Frustration mounted as the clock ticked by. I consulted dictionaries, online thesaurus tools, even attempted to decipher hidden messages in the surrounding clues. But the elusive answer remained just out of reach.

It was only after a brief break and a fresh perspective that I finally saw the light. The answer, in retrospect, seemed so obvious, so simple. It was a classic case of overthinking, of letting the weight of the unknown cloud my judgment.

So, dear fellow crossword enthusiasts, join me on this journey of crossword confusion. In the next section, I’ll reveal the answer to this tricky clue and delve into the thought process behind its solution. But for now, let’s savor the sweet taste of frustration and the thrill of the unknown, knowing that the answer, however elusive, is always within reach.

Stay tuned!

Available Answers:

DOH.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate Crossword – Jun 20 2024