For December 23, players face another brain-teasing 4x4 grid that tests their vocabulary, critical thinking, and pattern recognition. Here’s a comprehensive guide to today’s puzzle ...

MISSION isn't actually written in the grid. Crossword tournaments tend to be a particularly fertile environment for brainstorming new themes: not only are you surrounded by smart, creative puzzle ...

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