Scrap over a shard, fractured by deck cheats Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from December 12, 2024
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Updated Dec 12, 2024
Scrap over a shard, fractured by deck cheats Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to Scrap over a shard, fractured by deck cheats for the December 12, 2024 edition of crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 10 letters. Start with C and end with S, and the possible solutions are CABALLEROS, CABALETTAS, CARDSHARPS.
The answer is CARDSHARPS.
The answer "CARDSHARPS" is a cryptic crossword solution. In this clue, "scrap over a shard" refers to the act of cheating in card games, where "shard" metaphorically represents a piece or fragment of the deceitful activity. The term "fractured" suggests that the word is broken or altered, leading to the rearrangement or manipulation of letters.
"Deck cheats" directly points to individuals who engage in dishonest practices while playing cards, and these individuals are called "card sharps." A "card sharp" is someone skilled at cheating in card games, often using subtle tricks to deceive other players. Hence, the wordplay and definition both lead to the answer "CARDSHARPS."
This clue last seen in Crossword Puzzle on December 12, 2024. You can also get all other Crossword clues hints and answers here.
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