Failures as birds Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Failures as birds" leads to the answer "TURKEYS." Here's why this answer fits the clue:

• Symbolism: In popular culture and idiomatic expressions, "turkeys" are often associated with failure. This connection between turkeys and failures is well-established.
• Fragility: Birds are sometimes seen as delicate or easily frightened creatures, much like the concept of "failure" which can be seen as fragile or easily disrupted. The fragility of both birds and failures draws a parallel in this clue.
• Common Phrase: "Turkey" as a term for failure is commonly used in phrases like "to lay an egg" or "to be a turkey," indicating a mistake or failure. This common usage solidifies the relationship between turkeys and failures.

Through these points, it becomes apparent why "TURKEYS" is the fitting answer to the clue "Failures as birds."

 The Crossword clue "Failures as birds" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Mirror cryptic	16 February 2018	TURKEYS