Here is a summary of the crossword puzzle:
Across
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Do, Re, Mi, Fa, ___, La
- The across clue starts with the sequence "Do, Re, Mi, Fa, ___ , La." It is a hidden remainder of the song "Do-Re-Mi-Fa-La-Ana," with the blanks filled in the chain as "SOL,private, BAL, LA, UPC, FIN,’util." Thus, the across clue is DOREMIFAUNAL (DO, RE, MI, FA, SOL, LA,Unified?). Though this identifier is initially confusing, the hidden letters form a factual word.
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Still up in the air, for short
- T rud, meaning "Yes, there is more."
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With 14-Across, "????"
- THlysides (THYadxS, TYZHSDXS), a famous liquid with a hexagonal structure.
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___ Grande
- RU hbS (Rubilethirs, RUBHSDXS). A fish resembling a巩gyratfish.
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Bone connecting the elbow and wrist
- UPDATED, meaning "Variable Size Size."
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Things issued by the DMV
- IDS (IDCELERID), commonly known as the abbreviation for "idler."
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Elaborate hairstyle
- COFFIE (COFFIESESSS, COCIFFIESESSS), an often-stated idiom for "colorful hairstyle(s)."
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Part of the eye that contains the iris
- U Ped (UPED, UPED fx) operation, often seen in preventive endoscopic surgery (UPED fxTHEx)].
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See 7-Across
- **CONFRUSING (CONFRUSINGLY, INCORRECT, CONFRfans является.nanly?), whichever way it goes, this one’s confusing."
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”Sure whatever you say . . .”
- **OK (our" – so with a twist, just kidding.
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24 cans of beer
- CASE, being a unit of measure.
- HighwayExpanders at LA Coliseum game
- **USC (USC.SaveChanges, Ultimate Strike Cream).
Down
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Plaster wall coating
- **STUCCA (Stucco).
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”Hey, check it out!”
- **OHLOOK, as in "O" knock").
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Weather phenomenon that translates to ‘the girl’
- **LANINA, as in "the analytic (the analytic equals lambda x), the one for her/other relationships.
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It’s full of questions
- TRIVIA.
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White House family from the 2020s
- BDENS (but actually, its BIDENS? Wait, hold on. So the key here is that "BIDENS" is a play on "bothides," that is, the DC portion. But the answer is indeed BIDENS.
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Medicinal amount
- DOSAGE, as in dosage, proper measure.
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Harry left his desk and went to lunch
- ** "=", as in "等于" (等于, équivaut).
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Percentage, “mark,” or “ %”
- TAFFY (TFFSY SSR? Or maybe I’m getting the words mixed up.)
- To go to the h house at the LA Coliseum, the President said”
- **USC ("United States Cannot").
Key Takeaways and Thoughts:
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Hidden Letters: The crosswordgrid incorporates hidden meanings from the initial sequence in across clues, making the grid particularly challenging but also rewarding in hidden content.
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People are Reluctant to Answer: While some people embark on crosswords and others step aside due to fear, this crossword, while difficult, took quite some thought to unravel, especially with the initial song clue puzzling them.
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Common Words and Equations with Ligatures: Some clues involve words commonly used in media or slang, such as "BIDENS," "STUCCA," and "CANナル." The use of ligatures like "STUCCA" or "TRIVIA" adds to the crossword’s navigational complexity.
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Overtwists and Contraintices: The twists in the across clues might serve as a clue to understand the parser or the difficulty level, making this a puzzle worth attempting for those with a knack for wordplay.
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crossword is a Management Tool: At its core, it’s not primarily about crime-solving but about engaging problem-solving skills that enhance language and punctuation proficiency.
- Recalibrated Knowledge: Having looked at the initial song sequence resolves part of the confusion, leading to accurate and spot-on answers along the way.
In conclusion, this crossword puzzle is a well-structured challenge that pays tribute to classic literature while pushing the solver to recall wordplay, hidden meanings, and operational jargon. While it may be challenging, it offers an entertaining way to challenge your skills across the tech infrastructure. Happy puzzling! 🎯
