Know-it-all Crossword Clue

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The solution for the clue "Know-it-all" from L.A. Times Daily crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Best Answer:
SMARTALECK

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Know-it-all" corresponds to the answer "SMARTALECK." This answer fits the clue for the following reasons:

  • "Smart": This word suggests intelligence, cleverness, or being sharp-witted. A know-it-all is often perceived as someone who thinks they are smart and knowledgeable on every topic.
  • "Aleck": While less commonly used today in modern language, "Aleck" was historically considered a slang term for someone who is impudent or cheeky. It implies a sense of arrogance or cheekiness, traits often associated with a know-it-all.
  • Combination: When combined, "Smartaleck" embodies the idea of someone who not only believes they are intelligent but also exhibits a certain level of disrespect or arrogance in their interactions with others.

Therefore, the answer "SMARTALECK" is a fitting response to the clue "Know-it-all" as it encapsulates the concept of someone who is knowledgeable but also displays an attitude of arrogance or impudence.



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 The Crossword clue "Know-it-all" published 52 time/s & has 19 answer/s. 
CrosswordDateAnswer
L.A. Times Daily27 March 2024SMARTALECK
Crossword Champ Pro26 February 2024SMARTALECK
Crossword Champ Premium24 October 2023GURU
Crossword Champ Daily25 September 2023GURU
New York Times11 June 2023SMARTY
The Atlantic17 March 2022POLYMATH
Universal6 May 2021POLYMATH
Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate17 February 2021SMARTY
USA Today16 June 2019SMARTIE
Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate30 April 2019SMARTY
The Washington Post13 May 2018PEDANT
Jonesin Crosswords22 September 2015WHIZ
Jonesin17 September 2015WHIZ
Wall Street Journal11 September 2015SMARTIE
Newsday.com9 March 2008SMARTYPANTS


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