Word: crosswords
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...human beings, we have a natural compulsion to fill empty spaces,” said Will Shortz, the editor of the famed New York Times crossword puzzle. But it seems that some human beings have a compulsion to create these empty spaces, as well...
Even though they are firmly entrenched in our culture, crossword puzzles are a relatively new phenomenon. Originating as simple word games in 19th century England, the first modern crossword was written by Liverpool journalist Arthur Wynne and appeared in the New York World on December 21, 1913. The New York Times crossword, which is the most well-known word puzzle, was first printed on Feb. 1, 1930, according to the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament website...
...holy grail of crossword publications, the Times, is every cruciverbalist’s dream. In the Times, puzzles get harder as the week progresses from Monday to Saturday. Although Saturday puzzles are the hardest, Sunday’s is bigger than the others, clocking in at about a Thursday in difficulty—it’s the peak of crossword writing. And one Harvard sophomore has made...
Prison staff sit in control booths from which they operate the doors and surveil the corridors using sound monitors and cameras. To keep the inmates occupied, they offer crossword puzzles, bingo and Jeopardy competitions through flyers or through a closed-circuit TV channel. "The Muslims are obsessed with the games, they chatter endlessly about the possible answers," Rudolph wrote. The winners are rewarded with a candy bar or a picture of themselves. Being a Westerner puts Rudolph at an advantage in the trivia games, and his foreign neighbors depend on his help. "Moments after they post the questions on Monday...
...sensual, humorous, and inter-cultural pursuits. Must be willing to provide sustained assistance for addictions to beaches, museums, international films, foreign travel, reading, and broadranging dialogue. HM Box 94225.” “Ugly, obese widow exposed as a fraud. Educated, witty and very pretty, she enjoys crossword puzzles, long walks, music and most especially art, which she collects and creates. She seeks active, interesting man 65-75. Boston area. uglyobese@yahoo.com.” “Trophy wife wanted—for the next 25. House is paid, kids are grown, passport is current...