Feign illness to make mother hang around Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Feign illness to make mother hang around" provides a clever wordplay hinting at the answer "MALINGER." Let's break down why this answer fits the clue:

1. Feign Illness: The term "malinger" specifically means to fake or exaggerate illness in order to avoid responsibilities or work. This directly corresponds to the idea of pretending to be sick.
2. To Make Mother: Here, "mother" is used as a verb, indicating an action related to caregiving or nurturing. In this context, it suggests someone staying around or being present.
3. Hang Around: This phrase implies staying or lingering in a certain place. When combined with the previous parts of the clue, it suggests the act of pretending to be ill to prolong one's presence in a particular situation.

Therefore, the answer "MALINGER" perfectly captures the essence of pretending to be sick to extend one's stay or avoid obligations, aligning with the clue's clever play on words and its hidden meaning.

Definition of "MALINGER"

pretend to be ill in order to escape duty or work

Example :

people who had psychosomatic complaints were probably malingering

 The Crossword clue "Feign illness to make mother hang around" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Crusader Crossword Express	13 April 2019	MALINGER

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