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About Crossword Puzzle
Classic crossword with clues. This free online game is part of our word games collection and is designed for players of all ages.
- Difficulty: medium
- Average play time: 15 minutes
- No download or signup required
- Works on desktop and mobile devices
🎮 How to Play Crossword
Crosswords are word puzzles where you fill a grid with words based on numbered clues. Answers read across (horizontal) and down (vertical), intersecting at shared letters.
- Read the Clues: Each clue is numbered. "Across" clues fill horizontal spaces; "Down" clues fill vertical spaces.
- Fill in Answers: Type or write your answers into the corresponding grid squares.
- Check Intersections: Verify that crossing words share the correct letter at their intersection.
💡 Solving Strategies
- Start with fill-in-the-blanks: These clues (e.g., "The ___ of Music") are usually the easiest.
- Look for plurals and verb tenses: Clues implying plurals often end in 'S'. Past tense? Look for 'ED'.
- Use crossing words: If you know one word, the shared letters can help you solve intersecting words.
- Guess and verify: It's okay to guess! Crossing letters will confirm or deny your answer.
🧠 Brain Benefits
Crossword puzzles are a fantastic way to build vocabulary, improve general knowledge, and enhance memory. Studies suggest that regular crossword puzzles may help delay cognitive decline in older adults. They're also a fun way to learn new facts and words!