Okay, so, today I decided to tackle a crossword puzzle, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a head-scratcher. I’ve always been fascinated by these puzzles. They are not just a fun activity but also a great way to kill some time.
I grabbed the newspaper this morning, found the crossword section, and got started. There was this one clue, “divination,” that really got me thinking. I stared at it for a good while, chewing on my pen, trying to figure out what word they were looking for. You know, the usual crossword-solving routine. I started going through the words I knew that were related to “divination.” It’s like my brain was flipping through a Rolodex of words.
First Attempts
I tried a few words, but none of them seemed to fit. It’s so frustrating when you think you have the answer, but it just doesn’t quite work with the other words in the puzzle. I even considered it might be something related to “MYTHICAL” but then I thought, nah, that doesn’t quite fit here. I jotted down some words like “OCTET”, but then I thought, nope, the clue is not “group of eight”.
Digging Deeper
So, I went online to see if I could find some hints. I found some websites that gave potential answers to crossword clues. It was a relief to see I wasn’t the only one who found this clue a bit challenging. There were a bunch of different words people were suggesting. Some of the common ones were “AUGURY” and “OMEN.”
- Tried “AUGURY” – seemed like a good fit, it’s got 6 letters and is definitely related to divination.
- Considered “OMEN” – another strong possibility, also related to predicting the future.
Narrowing Down
After looking at the letters I already had filled in from other clues, I realized that one of these two words could be the answer. I plugged in “AUGURY” first, and it looked promising. Then I tried the next few clues, and everything started falling into place. It’s such a satisfying feeling when the puzzle starts to come together like that.
Success
I finally managed to complete the whole crossword. Figuring out that “divination” clue was definitely the highlight. It’s moments like these that make me love doing crosswords. It’s not just about filling in the blanks, but also about the little victories you get along the way. I guess, the correct answer is “AUGURY”.
Anyways, that’s my little adventure with today’s crossword. It is really an interesting experience. I have got to say, nothing beats the feeling of finally cracking a tough clue. Until next time, keep puzzling!
