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Cryptic Corners of Arcane Idioms
Explore hidden meanings and lesser-known phrases with this crossword on obscure idioms and expressions.
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- 1. Idiom meaning a place of peace or prosperity, often pastoral
- 2. Idiom meaning a delicate or complicated negotiation (a 'balancing act' variant)
- 3. A person who writes on behalf of someone else, anonymously
- 8. Old term used figuratively for something fast-changing or elusive
- 11. Symbolic idiom for deep thought or writing creativity
- 14. Poetic phrase describing a calm, reflective body of water or dreamlike journey
- 16. Obscure idiom for distributing resources generously or carefully
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- 4. Idiom for doing something at the last possible moment
- 5. Old idiom meaning delicate or easily broken, often used poetically
- 6. Obscure phrase meaning a place of harsh criticism or censure
- 7. State or condition of being a knight—used metaphorically for honor
- 9. Obscure use idiomatically referring to things left unattended or abandoned
- 10. Phrase meaning the most important details or practical aspects
- 12. An old American idiom for a type of cornmeal pancake
- 13. Phrase referring to land owned by the monarchy or government
- 15. Obscure phrase referring to a concealed secret or hidden resources
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