Today, I bumped into a crossword clue that read “Was committed.” I had a hard time figuring it out. It got me scratching my head for a good while.
I started by thinking about what “committed” could mean. I mean, it could be about being dedicated to something, or it could be about doing something, like a crime or something. I tried fitting in words like “dedicated” or “loyal,” but they just didn’t fit the boxes I had.
Then I looked at the other clues I had already solved around it, hoping they would give me some hints. I noticed a few words that made me think of actions rather than just being dedicated. So, I shifted my focus to the other meaning of “committed” – like, doing something wrong.
- I started plugging in words like “did” or “performed,” to see if they would work.
- Still, nothing seemed to click, and I was getting a bit frustrated.
- I even tried looking up synonyms for “committed” online, but that didn’t really help me much either.
After a bit more thinking, I decided to take a break. Sometimes, walking away for a few minutes can really clear your head, you know? I grabbed a cup of coffee, chatted with my partner for a bit, and just tried not to think about the crossword.
When I came back, I looked at the clue with fresh eyes. And then it hit me! What if it wasn’t about committing a crime, but about committing an act? Like, any act? I quickly tried the word “acted,” and it fit perfectly!
It felt great!
It was a good reminder that sometimes you just need to step back and look at things from a different angle. And hey, crosswords are a fun way to keep your brain sharp, right?
