Irish Daily Mail Quick Unawares or unprepared (2,3,3) Crossword Clue Puzzle Answers from August 03, 2024
by
Updated Aug 03, 2024
Irish Daily Mail Quick Unawares or unprepared (2,3,3) Crossword Clue
Let’s find the answers to Unawares or unprepared (2,3,3) 8 Letters Irish Daily Mail Quick for the August 03, 2024 edition of Irish Daily Mail Quick crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 8 letters. Start with O and end with P, and the possible solutions are OVERSTEP, OVERLEAP, ON THE HOP.
The answer is ON THE HOP.
The phrase "on the hop" means being caught unawares or unprepared, often in a situation where one must react quickly or improvise. It originates from the game of cricket, where a ball that unexpectedly comes at a player can be described as coming "on the hop." The term has since evolved to describe any scenario where someone is taken by surprise or is not ready for what’s happening. It conveys a sense of urgency and the need for immediate action, reflecting the unpredictability of the situation. Thus, when someone is "on the hop," they are dealing with the unexpected and must adapt swiftly to new circumstances.
This clue last seen in Irish Daily Mail Crossword Puzzle on August 03, 2024. You can also get all other Irish Daily Mail's Crossword clues hints and answers here.
