Today, I bumped into a crossword puzzle that stumped me for a bit. The clue was “alter constellation,” and I just couldn’t figure it out. It’s one of those things that makes you feel like your brain is full of cobwebs.
So, I started digging around. First, I tried to think of any constellations I knew, but my astronomy knowledge is pretty rusty, to say the least. Then, I looked at the number of letters needed for the answer. The clue indicated it was a three-letter word.
- Tried brainstorming constellation names.
- Checked the required word length.
- Looked for online crossword solvers.
I figured there must be some crossword solver tools online, right? So I started searching, and sure enough, I found a bunch of websites dedicated to helping folks like me with these kinds of puzzles.
I typed in the clue, “alter constellation,” and started looking at the possible answers. Some sites offered a bunch of answers, while others were more specific. It was pretty overwhelming at first, with so many possibilities.
After browsing through a few different sites, I saw that one answer kept popping up more than others: ARA. Apparently, “Ara” is a constellation that’s also known as “The Altar”. That’s it, That’s the “alter constellation”.
Finally Get The Answer
So, there it was, the answer I’d been looking for. I filled it into the crossword, and it fit perfectly. It’s always satisfying to crack a tough clue like that. I guess my brain wasn’t as rusty as I thought! This whole thing taught me that there’s a whole community of crossword lovers out there, and plenty of resources to help when you get stuck.
