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Why some clues become cultural milestones

Crossword puzzles are more than grids of black and white squares. Over time, certain clues rise above the rest and become cultural milestones, remembered, quoted, and discussed long after the…
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The rise of themed and holiday puzzles

Crossword puzzles have always reflected the culture around them, but in recent decades, themed and holiday puzzles have become especially popular. These puzzles go beyond filling in words. They tell…