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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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Across
  • 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
Down
  • 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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