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"___ was I ere I saw Elba" Daily Themed Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from July 20, 2024

Here is the right answer to the crossword clue "___ was I ere I saw Elba" Daily Themed featured in Daily Themed Crossword puzzle. The correct answer to this clue is ABLE.

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Updated Jul 20, 2024

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"___ was I ere I saw Elba" Daily Themed Crossword Clue Answer

Let’s find the answers to "___ was I ere I saw Elba" Daily Themed for the July 20, 2024 edition of Daily Themed crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 4 letters. Start with A and end with E, and the possible solutions are ABBE, AARE, ABLE.

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The answer is ABLE.

The phrase "Able was I ere I saw Elba" is a famous palindrome attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte. It is a symmetrical sentence that reads the same backward as forward, reflecting a clever wordplay. The phrase is often associated with Napoleon's exile to the island of Elba, which occurred after his fall from power.

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The palindrome humorously suggests that Napoleon's self-perceived ability or greatness was diminished once he saw Elba, symbolizing his fall from prominence. The phrase highlights both his linguistic wit and his historical downfall.

This clue last seen in Daily Themed Crossword Puzzle on July 20, 2024. You can also get all other Daily Themed's Crossword clues hints and answers here.

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