Welcome to our daily dose of mental exercise, the New York Times crossword puzzle. Each day, readers submit more than a thousand suggestions for clues that challenge the brain and prompt the exchange of ideas. Out of these suggestions, The New York Times puzzle constructor team selects the best ones and creates puzzles that are both entertaining and challenging for solvers.
The crossword clue subtly damaging, which appears in the November 10th, 2023 puzzle, is a good example of this sophisticated brain teaser. It reads as follows: "Weakened; damaged; weakened." Solvers must navigate a grid filled with these clues and find the word that matches the definition in the margin. **"Subtly" suggests a subtle or indirect action, while "damaging" refers to causing harm or loss." The key to this clue is to find a word that has been weakened or damaged in some way, but not completely destroyed.
In the December 9, 2023 puzzle, the clue "Beneath; beneath;" shares similar characteristics. Instead of using the word, "beneath," the clue uses the prepositional phrase "beneath the surface," which indicates a deeper or more concealed form of damage or weakness.
Solvers who successfully complete the crossword puzzle and find the word "pernicious" in the November 10, 2023 grid, have not only conquered The New York Times crossword but also demonstrated their ability to think critically and solve problems creatively. Whether you're an experienced solver or just starting out, the crossword puzzle provides a fun and engaging way to improve your language skills.
If you're stumped on this or any other clue, the resources at Daily Themed Crossword are here to help. Click on the "Answers" tab for a direct link to the solution. And don't forget to check back later for more puzzles and clues to challenge your wit and vocabulary. Happy sleuthing!
References
New York Times Crossword Puzzle. (2023). The New York Times. Retrieved fromhttps://www.nytimes.com/crossword
The New York Times. (2023). Crosswords. Retrieved fromhttps://www.nytimes.com/pages/crosswords/index.html
