Ah, the crossword puzzle! A delightful mental workout, a source of endless frustration, and a breeding ground for some seriously overused phrases. We’ve all been there, staring blankly at a grid, muttering about how impossible “EIEIO” could possibly be to justify.
But even amidst the clever wordplay and obscure trivia, a certain type of clue lurks: the cliche. These are the crossword clues so well-worn, so predictable, they’ve become an inside joke among puzzle enthusiasts. Let’s dive into the world of these predictable phrases.