Okay, so the other day, I stumbled upon this crossword puzzle, you know, the one from the New York Times dated October 17. And there’s this clue, “sharply hurt,” that got me hooked. I mean, I love a good challenge, and crosswords are my thing.
My Crossword Solving Process
So, I started like I always do. I read the clue a couple of times, trying to get a feel for what it might be. “Sharply hurt,” huh? It sounded like it could be a physical thing, or maybe something emotional. I wasn’t sure.
Then, I began brainstorming. I thought about all the words I could think of that related to pain, hurt, or sharp feelings. I scribbled down some ideas on a piece of paper, making a little list.
- Sting
- Ache
- Pain
- Wound
- Burn
I looked at the other clues around it, seeing if anything else could give me a hint. Sometimes, the words intersect, and that can help narrow it down. It’s like a little puzzle within a puzzle.
I tried fitting in some of the words from my list, seeing if they worked with the letters already filled in. It’s a bit of trial and error, you know? Sometimes you think you’ve got it, and then it turns out it doesn’t fit with the other words.
And then, after a while, it hit me. I found the answer! It was such a satisfying moment when I realized it finally clicked.
So yeah, that’s how I tackled this “sharply hurt” clue. It was a fun little mental workout. And I learned a few things along the way. Keeps the brain sharp, you know? It’s always a good feeling to solve these puzzles. I just wanted to share my little victory with you all.
