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Whispered Wisdom: Hidden Proverbs Unveiled
A challenging crossword exploring rare and obscure proverbs and sayings rich with hidden meanings and old-world wisdom.
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  • 1. A broom; often a symbol for sweeping away troubles in obscure sayings
  • 2. Twice-baked bread, metaphorically used for endurance in old sayings
  • 4. Old term for a dove, symbolizing peace in ancient proverbs
  • 6. A thorny shrub often symbolizing protection in obscure folk sayings
  • 9. Material used to protect cargo; figurative use related to caution
  • 11. Covered with soot; figurative for 'dirtied' reputation in rare phrases
  • 12. A long story or tale, sometimes exaggerated, in folk proverbs
  • 14. To skip or leap about playfully; rare symbolic meaning about freedom
  • 15. A bundle or pack carried on the back; obscure metaphor for burden
  • 18. An archaic form meaning 'between'; used in old proverbial expressions
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  • 3. To go quickly; archaic term used in old proverbs about haste
  • 5. A protective membrane; superstition linked in sayings about luck
  • 7. One who grants forgiveness; an archaic role tied to proverbs on mercy
  • 8. To desire eagerly; found in forgotten proverbs about temptation
  • 10. A suppressed laugh; hinting at hidden mockery in old sayings
  • 13. A small fish used figuratively for a gullible person in rare proverbs
  • 16. At some distance in the direction indicated; used in old sayings
  • 17. A woman's gown in medieval times; found in proverbs about modesty

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