Break covers Crossword Clue

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Its time to solve "Break covers" crossword clue for today's "Wall Street Journal" daily crossword.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue for today's crossword puzzle is "Break covers," and the answer to this clue is "CASTS." Let's dive into why this answer is a perfect fit for the clue.

• 1. Break: The word "break" can have various meanings, such as to separate, interrupt, or fracture something.
• 2. Covers: The word "covers" can imply protection, concealment, or inclusion.

When we combine these two words, "break covers," the answer that matches these meanings is "CASTS." Here's how:

1. One meaning of "break" is to interrupt or separate, which can be related to breaking the surface or barrier of something. In this case, "break" refers to breaking the surface of water.
2. The term "covers" can be associated with the surface of something. When we break the covers of water, it suggests a disruption in the smooth surface, resulting in waves or ripples.
3. If we think about a scene in a movie, when an object or a person interrupts the calm surface of the water, it is often depicted as a "cast." This could be an actor/actress, an object thrown into the water, or even the shadows created by the interruption.
4. The word "casts" encompasses the idea of breaking the surface or covers of water by introducing something into it, creating a visual interruption.

Therefore, "casts" accurately represents the clue "Break covers" as it aligns with the meanings of both "break" and "covers" in the context of disrupting the calm surface of the water.

 The Crossword clue "Break covers" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Wall Street Journal	14 February 2018	CASTS