Alright, let’s talk about this “came up” thing in the NYT crossword. You know, the one in that little puzzle they got, the Mini Crossword. I ain’t no fancy scholar or nothin’, but I can tell ya, sometimes them little words are the trickiest!
So, what’s this “came up” all about? Well, it depends, see? It depends on the day and what other words are around it. They say it showed up in the puzzle on March 17th, 2024. And then again on October 3rd, 2024. See, they like to reuse these things, them puzzle makers. Keeps ya on your toes, I guess.
- Finding the Answer: Now, if you’re stuck, there’s ways to figure it out. Some folks, they just look it up. They got these things called “solvers” online. You just type in the clue, and boom! The answer pops up. Some say that’s cheatin’, but hey, if it gets you moving on, I don’t see no harm. You ain’t robbin’ a bank, are ya?
- The New York Times Mini Crossword: This ain’t the big whopper crossword, mind you. This is the little one, the “Mini.” They say it’s supposed to be easier, but sometimes, let me tell ya, it ain’t so easy. The clues are short, yeah, but that don’t mean they’re simple.
- Where to Find the Puzzle: You wanna play this puzzle, you gotta get the New York Times. You can get it delivered to your house, if you’re fancy like that. Or you can go to the store and buy a copy. They put the crossword in the Arts section, which I reckon is a bit odd, but who am I to judge?
- More Than Just Crosswords: And get this, the Times, they got more than just crosswords. They got this Wordle thing, and Connections, and Strands. All sorts of word games to keep your brain busy. I ain’t tried ’em all, but I hear tell they’re fun. If you like that kinda thing.
So, back to “came up.” What could it mean? Well, it could mean a lot of things. It could mean something arose, like a problem. Or it could mean someone approached you. Or maybe it means the sun came up in the morning. See? Lots of possibilities. That’s why you gotta look at the other words in the puzzle. They give you clues, see? Like, if the word next to it is “sun,” well, then “came up” probably means the sun came up.
Now, some folks say looking up the answer ain’t cheatin’. They say seven out of eight folks think it’s okay. There’s this one gal, Amanda Rafkin, she don’t agree. But, heck, everyone’s got their own opinion, right? I reckon if you’re stuck and frustrated, lookin’ it up ain’t the end of the world. It’s supposed to be fun, not a chore.
And they got this place, this “database” they call it, where they keep all the old crossword puzzles. You can go there and search for clues, or parts of clues. Or if you got some letters already, you can type those in too. It helps you narrow it down, see? It’s like havin’ a little helper, but not a real person, more like a… a machine helper. I don’t know how it works, but it does.
So, there you have it. “Came up” in the NYT crossword. It ain’t just one thing, it could be lots of things. You gotta use your brain, look at the other clues, and maybe, just maybe, you gotta cheat a little bit. But don’t tell nobody I said that! And remember, it’s just a game. Don’t get your knickers in a twist over it. Have fun, that’s the important thing! If you get too frustrated, just go bake a pie or somethin’. That’s what I do.
And if you’re still stuck, well, there’s always tomorrow’s puzzle. Or maybe try one of them other games, like that Wordle thing. I heard it’s real popular. But me? I like a good crossword. Even if it makes me scratch my head sometimes.
So, go on now, and try that crossword. And if you see “came up,” don’t you go frettin’. Just think about it, use your noodle, and if all else fails… well, you know what to do. Just don’t tell nobody I told ya to cheat! Good luck to ya, and happy puzzling!
