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...event also featured a presentation by New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz. In addition to editing crosswords for The Times, Shortz also serves as puzzle master for National Public Radio’s “Weekend Edition Sunday,” directs the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, and coaches for the World Puzzle Championship...
During his speech, Shortz detailed memorable clues contained within crossword puzzles that he had rejected during his tenure at The Times. He also invited the audience to participate in a word game engineered specifically for the event...
...Shortz acknowledged that many people are surprised to find out that crossword solving can be a competitive event...
...Shortz said he believes that many competitors are drawn to tournaments by a sense of community...
...talked about favorite clues, closet nerds, and using crosswords to pick up girls. I also had the opportunity to hang out with one of my idols, The New York Times crossword puzzle editor Will Shortz—for 39 whole minutes. But, hey, who’s counting? Will Shortz, Editor of The New York Times Crossword Roving Reporter (RR): Mr. Shortz, it’s an honor to meet you. So, what’s your favorite crossword clue of all time? Will Shortz (WS): The answer was “spiral staircase.” The clue...