First-class miner says nothing as a form of self-defence Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Irish Times Crosaire" and the clue we are solving today is "First-class miner says nothing as a form of self-defence".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue, "First class miner says nothing as a form of self-defence," leads us to the answer "AIKIDO." Here's why this clue corresponds with the answer:

• First Class: In the word "aikido," the first letter "A" can be associated with the term "first class." This part of the clue points to the initial letter of the answer.
• Miner: The term "miner" in the clue serves as a hint for the idea of mining or extracting which can relate to the process of discovery. In aikido, practitioners aim to discover and understand their opponents' movements.
• Says Nothing: The expression "says nothing" suggests silence or non-verbal communication. Aikido is a martial art that emphasizes blending and redirecting an opponent's energy rather than meeting force with force, often without the need for verbal communication.
• Self-Defence: Finally, the mention of "self-defence" in the clue aligns with aikido's philosophy of using an opponent's energy and movements against them, focusing on self-defense and protection rather than aggression.

When all these elements are considered together, the word "AIKIDO" emerges as the fitting answer to the clue's context, incorporating aspects of the first letter, the idea of discovery, non-verbal techniques, and the underlying principles of self-defense present in the martial art.

Definition of "AIKIDO"

a Japanese form of self-defence and martial art that uses locks, holds, throws, and the opponent's own movements.

 The Crossword clue "First-class miner says nothing as a form of self-defence" published 8 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Crosaire	24 July 2019	AIKIDO