It wasn't until 51 Across. The clue: "Words with a certain ring to them." [Answer? Willyoumarryme.] Then Newman got down on one knee. The very first crossword puzzle ran in The New York World on December 21, 1913, a hundred years ago this week. It was the creation of Arthur W...
They brought a huge NYT puzzle, and last night we cleared the dining table and laid it out. The three of us rotated positions: one reading off a clue, one scribing, one helping wherever. So much fun! We'll finish it this morning to celebrate National Puzzle Day.Reply Replies Edith Max...
Off-Grid 0.0 (0) 爱好 Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain ...
10. Improve Your Skill At Things You Already Do Some repetitive mental stimulation is ok as long as you look to expand your skills and knowledge base. Common activities such as gardening, sewing, playing bridge, reading, painting, and doing crossword puzzles have value, but push yourself to ...