Subtle Numbered Syllable Clues Stump Crossword Author
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Today's crossword theme features phrases where the first word is a spelled-out number that counts the syllables in the second word (the reveal is subtle).
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The author struggles with basic crossword answers like "ABCs" and "A to Z."
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The trick of today's theme entries was difficult for the author to pick up.
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Puzzle editor Sam Ezersky described the theme as having "fancy footwork" and a "brain-bender of a revealer."
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The author thanks readers for their patience while verifying access to the full article.