Love a good brain teaser? The New York Times crossword puzzle is a daily ritual for many, and for good reason! It challenges your vocabulary, tests your knowledge of trivia, and offers a satisfying sense of accomplishment when you fill in that last square.
But sometimes, a clue feels impossible to crack. That’s where the beauty of wordplay comes in. One particularly clever type of clue involves words that have “double duty,” meaning they have more than one meaning. Let’s dive into the world of these tricky clues!