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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle
The clue for today's crossword puzzle is "...could ___ fat" and the answer is "EATNO". Let's break down the clue and explain why this answer is correct:
- 1. The clue begins with the ellipsis, indicating that there is some missing information before "could ___ fat".
- 2. The phrase "could ___ fat" suggests that we are looking for a word or words that can replace the blank and complete the phrase.
To fill in the blank, we need to think of a word that can follow "could" and precede "fat" to make a meaningful phrase. In this context, the answer "EATNO" fits perfectly.
- 1. The word "EAT" is commonly associated with consuming food.
- 2. The word "NO" suggests a negative response or denial.
Combining "EAT" and "NO" results in the phrase "could eat no fat". This is a well-known phrase from the nursery rhyme "Jack Sprat" which goes, "Jack Sprat could eat no fat, his wife could eat no lean." It describes Jack's preference for food without fat.
Therefore, the answer "EATNO" completes the clue "...could ___ fat" and accurately conveys the idea of consuming food without any fat, as indicated by the nursery rhyme reference and the logical interpretation of the words.
The Crossword clue ". . . could __ fat" published 6 time/s & has 1 answer/s.
| Crossword | Date | Answer |
| Newsday.com | 24 February 2019 | EATNO |
| Wall Street Journal | 21 March 2008 | EATNO |
| L.A. Times Daily | 6 November 2005 | EATNO |
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