Finished (the dishes?) Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Finished (the dishes?)" with the answer "WASHEDUP" cleverly combines two meanings to lead solvers to the correct solution.

1. Finished: In this context, "Finished" indicates completion or conclusion of a task or activity. When we say we have finished something, it means we have completed it.
2. (the dishes?): The addition of "(the dishes?)" in the clue offers a subtle hint that a specific type of finishing related to cleaning is sought.
3. WASHEDUP: By combining the idea of being finished with the dishes, the answer "WASHEDUP" perfectly fits the clue. When we finish cleaning the dishes after a meal, we can say that the dishes are "washed up," signaling the completion of that chore.

Therefore, the answer "WASHEDUP" accurately corresponds to the clue "Finished (the dishes?)" by blending the concept of completion with the task of washing dishes, resulting in a satisfying crossword solution.

 The Crossword clue "Finished (the dishes?)" published 2 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Guardian Quick	19 October 2018	WASHEDUP
The Guardian	22 July 2010	WASHEDUP