Cracking the New York Times crossword puzzle can feel like a monumental accomplishment! Sometimes, though, the clues throw us for a loop, leaving us scratching our heads and questioning our vocabulary. One such trickster? Clues that lead you to think “the other way around.”
These types of clues are a classic crossword staple, designed to make you think laterally. They challenge your perception and force you to consider the answer from a different perspective. Let’s dive into understanding this common, and sometimes frustrating, crossword device.