The Wordsworth Crossword Companion incorporates many special features: Clear guidance on how to recognize and work out anagrams and how to decipher cryptic clues. Thousands of synonym entries arranged in order of the number of letters in every word, e.g. fault n (3) bug; (4) flaw, lack, spot; (5) blame, error, taint, (6) defect; (7) absence, blemish, failing, frailty, mistake; (8) weakness; (10) deficiency, inadequacy; (11) shortcoming; (14) responsibility; over 30,000 synonyms.
Think Inside the Box! Solve Puzzles from the Hit Movie, Learn to Construct Your Own Crosswords, and Much More "Irresistible...punsters, linguists, and crossword puzzle fanatics everywhere couldn't ask for a more bracing tribute.... Buoyant and exhilaratingly brainy." ---Variety on the movie Wordplay Are you a crossword fan? Or have you always wondered about the appeal of these puzzles but never tried them yourself? With the premiere of Wordplay, a documentary about crossword puzzles, legendary New York Times puzzle editor Will Shortz, and the legions of solvers who devour his creations, here's your chance to become a part of the puzzle craze! • Featuring some of the greatest puzzles from The New York Times and the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament • With an introduction by Will Shortz; the story of how he created the famous "Wordplay" crossword from constructor Merl Reagle; the inside crossword dope from Jon Stewart, Ken Burns, and others; and the inside story of the movie's creation from producer Christine O'Malley and director Patrick Creadon • Learn how to create your own crossword; read what Bill Clinton and Bob Dole thought of the famous 1996 "Election Day" crossword; try the only New York Times crossword that can't be solved completely with a regular pen or pencil (hint: it features the Indigo Girls), and much more! "Wordplay [has] potential to capture the commercial audience that made hits out of documentaries such as Spellbound and Mad Hot Ballroom." ---Associated Press
This is an alphabetical listing of hundreds of solutions to common crossword and word game conundrums. Which words indicate an anagram in a cryptic clue? When should a backword be searched for? What do crossword compilers use to hint at a trick answer? The entries in this guide help the user find solutions to such problems quickly in order to prevent the agonies of crossword frustration.
This (with its companion volume The Puzzler Crossword Dictionary) makes up the very best aid to crossword solving in the business. This book is an essential aid for solving the more lateral crosswords clues. Its thesaurus is arranged by word, then by number of letters; it contains boxes with lists of related words such as lists of countries or prime ministers. It covers all the words found in every kind of crossword. It will fascinate all word lovers.
"Crossword Companion" is the perfect book for crossword puzzle enthusiasts. The book includes a wide variety of puzzles of different levels of difficulty, from easy to challenging, to cater to every skill level. Each puzzle has a unique theme and features creative and thought-provoking clues that will keep readers engaged and entertained. In addition to the puzzles, the book includes helpful tips and tricks for solving crossword puzzles, making it the ultimate companion for anyone looking to improve their crossword-solving skills. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, "Crossword Companion" is sure to provide hours of entertainment and help you hone your puzzle-solving abilities.
