Feet, of a yard Crossword Clue

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Its time to solve "Feet, of a yard" crossword clue for today's "Wall Street Journal" daily crossword.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "Feet, of a yard" corresponds to the answer "THIRDS." This connection may seem puzzling at first glance, but upon closer inspection, it reveals a clever play on words:

1. Feet: In a yard, the term "feet" typically refers to the unit of measurement, representing the linear measurement equivalent to 12 inches or one-third of a yard.
2. Of a Yard: This phrase indicates a component or fraction constituting a whole yard. In this context, "of a yard" implies a fractional part rather than the entire measurement.
3. THIRDS: By combining the concepts of "feet" as a measurement and "of a yard" as a fractional representation, the answer "THIRDS" cleverly encapsulates the idea of a fractional part of a yard, aligning with the clue's initial portrayal of "feet" within the context of a yard measurement.

This intricate wordplay showcases the ingenuity and creativity often found in crossword puzzles, challenging solvers to think beyond literal interpretations and consider nuanced connections between clues and answers.

 The Crossword clue "Feet, of a yard" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Wall Street Journal	26 February 2018	THIRDS