NYT Hard things to ignore, metaphorically (9) Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from September 14, 2024
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Updated Sep 14, 2024
Hard things to ignore, metaphorically (9) NYT Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to Hard things to ignore, metaphorically (9) NYT for the September 14, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 9 letters. Start with E and end with S, and the possible solutions are EARLINESS, EARPHONES, ELEPHANTS.
The answer is ELEPHANTS.
The crossword clue "Hard things to ignore, metaphorically" with the answer "ELEPHANTS" refers to the expression "elephants in the room." This metaphor is used to describe an obvious issue or problem that everyone is aware of but avoids discussing.
Like an actual elephant in a room, the issue is large, impossible to miss, and yet remains unaddressed. The clue plays on this figurative meaning, pointing to something significant and uncomfortable that people pretend not to notice, making "ELEPHANTS" a fitting answer.
This clue last seen in NYT Crossword Puzzle on September 14, 2024. You can also get all other NYT's Crossword clues hints and answers here.
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