Chance to play for the county? No thanks! Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Irish Times Crosaire" and the clue we are solving today is "Chance to play for the county? No thanks!".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue, "Chance to play for the county? No thanks!" leads us to the answer "TURNDOWN." Here's why this clue corresponds to that specific answer:

1. Chance to play for the county: This part of the clue indicates an opportunity to participate in a sporting event or representation at a regional level, possibly referring to cricket or other county-based team sports.
2. No thanks: The phrase "No thanks" implies a rejection or refusal of the opportunity presented in the first part of the clue.

Putting these elements together, "TURNDOWN" perfectly captures the essence of the clue. It signifies the act of rejecting or declining the chance to play for the county that was offered. In the context of a crossword puzzle, this answer creates a playful twist on the initial setup of the clue, leading the solver to think beyond the literal interpretation and consider the nuanced meaning behind the words used.

Definition of "TURNDOWN"

a rejection or refusal

Example :

no idea should meet a flat turndown if there's a chance of a pay-off

the company has suffered a dramatic turndown after a storm of bad publicity

 The Crossword clue "Chance to play for the county? No thanks!" published 5 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Crosaire	10 August 2020	TURNDOWN