Anil perhaps heard to choke on jam? Crossword Clue

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Best Answer:
DYESTUFF

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Anil perhaps heard to choke on jam?" leads us to the answer "DYESTUFF". Let's break down the clue and explain why this answer fits.

  1. The clue starts with "Anil perhaps". The word "perhaps" suggests that "Anil" can be replaced by another word with a similar meaning. In this case, "Anil" is a type of indigo plant commonly used for dyeing.
  2. The clue continues with "heard to choke on jam". Here, we have a wordplay element. "Heard" indicates that we need to consider the sound of the word rather than the actual spelling. "Choke on jam" provides a clue to rearrange the letters in "DYESTUFF" to form "STUFFEDY".
  3. Merging the two parts of the clue, we have "Anil perhaps heard to choke on jam?" which becomes "STUFFEDY".
  4. However, we need to consider the definition part as well. The clue asks for a word that fits the overall meaning of "Anil perhaps heard to choke on jam?" Our answer, "DYESTUFF", perfectly matches this as it refers to a substance used for coloring fabrics or other materials.

To summarize, the clue cleverly combines wordplay with a definition. By considering alternative words for "Anil" and rearranging the letters based on the sound of "choke on jam", we arrive at the answer "DYESTUFF", which accurately describes a type of coloring substance. Happy puzzling!



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Definition of "DYESTUFF"

a substance yielding a dye or that can be used as a dye, especially when in solution.


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