Okay, so I’ve been struggling with this NYT crossword clue, “divination aid,” for like, ever. It kept popping up, and I just couldn’t crack it. Finally, I decided to really buckle down and figure this thing out.
My Brainstorming Process
First, I tried to just think of things related to divination. You know, like fortune-telling and stuff. I came up with a few words, but nothing seemed to fit the crossword’s letter count. It was super frustrating!
- I thought about crystal balls, but that was way too long.
- Then I considered tarot cards, also too long.
- I even went down a rabbit hole of obscure divination methods, like reading tea leaves, and i got nothing.
Getting Some Help
So, I decided I needed some help. I started by just Googling “divination aid” to see what would pop up. I scrolled through a bunch of websites about different types of fortune-telling, but still, nothing clicked with the crossword clue.
Then, I got a little smarter. I changed my search to “divination aid nyt crossword clue” to be more specific. Bingo! That’s when I started to see some promising results. I found some crossword solver websites and forums where people were discussing this exact clue.
Cracking the Code
After reading through a few of these discussions, I finally saw the light. Most people were pointing to one answer: “OUIJA.” I checked the letter count, and it fit perfectly! I filled it into my crossword puzzle, and it worked! All the crossing words fit, too. I was so relieved!
It’s funny how sometimes you just need to tweak your search a little bit to find what you’re looking for. I learned that being specific with my search terms, and using resources like crossword forums, can make a huge difference. I’m definitely going to remember that for the next time I get stuck on a tricky clue!
