NYT Flower on a proverbial “path” Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from September 18, 2024
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Updated Sep 18, 2024
Let’s find the answers to Flower on a proverbial “path” NYT for the 18 September 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 8 letters. Start with P and end with E, and the possible solutions are PACKMULE,PACKABLE,PRIMROSE.
The answer is PRIMROSE.
The crossword clue "Flower on a proverbial ‘path’" with the answer "PRIMROSE" refers to the well-known phrase "primrose path," which is a metaphor for a course of action that seems pleasant and easy but leads to undesirable consequences.
The primrose is a type of flower that, when used in this context, represents the idea of an enticing yet deceptive journey. The term "primrose path" originates from William Shakespeare's play Hamlet, where it symbolizes a seductive but dangerous way of life. Therefore, the clue cleverly uses the name of the flower, primrose, to evoke this literary and metaphorical meaning.
This clue last seen in NYT Crossword Puzzle on September 18, 2024. You can also get all other NYT's Crossword clues hints and answers here.
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