"Able was I ___ I saw elba" Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue for today's crossword puzzle is "Able was I ___ I saw Elba" and the answer is "ERE". This clue and answer combination is derived from a famous palindrome phrase: "Able was I ere I saw Elba."

A palindrome is a word, phrase, number, or other sequence of characters that reads the same forward and backward. In the case of this clue, "ere" is the operative word. The word "ere" is an archaic term that means "before" or "prior to." By placing "ere" in the blank space of the clue, the phrase is completed: "Able was I ere I saw Elba."

The phrase itself is attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military and political leader. It is said that Napoleon used this phrase to reflect on his achievements and his time spent on Elba, the island where he was exiled in 1814. The palindrome construction adds a poetic and enigmatic touch to the sentiment behind the phrase.

In crossword puzzles, it is common to encounter clues that require knowledge of idioms, historical events, or literary references. The clue "Able was I ___ I saw Elba" falls into the category of historical or idiomatic knowledge. Solving this clue may require some familiarity with famous phrases or a willingness to research to find the answer.

Other clues in the crossword puzzle may include palindromes, cultural references, wordplay, or definitions. Each clue is crafted to challenge the solver's language and problem-solving skills. As crossword enthusiasts, we enjoy the mental exercise and satisfaction of deciphering these clues and finding the correct answers.

So, remember, when you come across the clue "Able was I ___ I saw Elba" in today's crossword puzzle, the answer to fill in the blank is "ERE." Enjoy the challenge and happy solving!

Definition of "ERE"

before in time

Example :

I was driven for some half mile ere we stopped

ere anything great had been accomplished, Edward directed his course towards the African coast

we hope you will return ere long

 The Crossword clue ""Able was I ___ I saw elba"" published 47 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily Themed	23 March 2024	ERE
New York Times	1 November 2021	ERE
Jonesin	24 March 2020	ERE
Family Time Crossword	1 January 2018	ERE
USA Today	9 March 2016	ERE
Jonesin Crosswords	26 May 2015	ERE
Universal	7 September 2014	ERE