Aimless Crossword Clue

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Its time to solve "Aimless" crossword clue for today's "Daily American" daily crossword.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue for today's crossword puzzle is "Aimless" and the answer is "IDLE". This clue suggests a lack of purpose or direction, which is synonymous with the word "idle". Here's the explanation:

• The word "aimless" refers to something or someone lacking a specific goal or objective. It implies a sense of wandering or not actively engaged in any particular activity.
• The synonym for "aimless" that matches the given letter count is "idle".

"Idle" is an appropriate answer because it perfectly captures the meaning conveyed by the clue. It describes a state of inactivity, without purpose or occupation. When someone is idle, they are not engaged in any productive or purposeful activity.

Here are a few examples to illustrate the connection between the clue and the answer:

1. When you have free time but no specific plans or tasks to accomplish, you might be described as aimless or idle.
2. A car engine that is running but not actively powering any other components is also considered idle.
3. In a broader sense, the term "idle" can be used to describe a person who is not employed or actively seeking employment, indicating a lack of purpose or occupation.

By choosing "IDLE" as the answer for the clue "Aimless," the crossword puzzle challenges solvers to consider the concept of aimlessness and its synonymous expression in a concise and precise manner. This solution allows crossword enthusiasts to connect their knowledge of vocabulary and word association to decipher the puzzle.

More Answers:

• IDLE
• ADRIFT
• UNFOCUSED
• ERRANT

Definition of "IDLE"

(of a person) avoiding work; lazy

Example :

idle students

10.3 per cent of the workforce is now idle

the mill has been standing idle for eight years

 The Crossword clue "Aimless" published 52 time/s & has 4 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily American	5 March 2024	IDLE
Crossword Champ Premium	1 October 2023	ADRIFT
The Telegraph - Quick	8 December 2022	ADRIFT
The Guardian Quick	12 January 2022	ADRIFT
Independent.co.uk - Concise	25 November 2021	UNFOCUSED
Mini Crossword	5 November 2019	ADRIFT
Penny dell	10 December 2017	ADRIFT
USA Today	28 August 2013	ERRANT
Universal	27 January 2013	ERRANT
Thinks.com	25 February 2011	IDLE
Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate	11 February 2011	ADRIFT
New York Times	10 February 2010	ADRIFT
Newsday.com	3 August 2008	ERRANT
Wall Street Journal	14 November 2003	ADRIFT