Why the Ming? Aah, broken by the old villain! Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from October 15, 2024
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Updated Oct 15, 2024
Crossword Answer: Why the Ming? Aah, broken by the old villain!
Let’s find the answers to Why the Ming? Aah, broken by the old villain! for the October 15, 2024 edition of crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 10 letters. Start with H and end with N, and the possible solutions are HANDMAIDEN,HAMESUCKEN,HIGHWAYMAN.
The answer is HIGHWAYMAN.
This cryptic clue refers to the word "HIGHWAYMAN," a historical figure known for robbery, often on old roads. The phrase "Why the Ming?" signals the start of a jumble or broken letters (as an anagram), and "Aah" adds to the anagram. The term "the old villain" refers to a highwayman, a criminal from older times. Rearranging these hints leads to the answer "HIGHWAYMAN."
The clue refers to the old "Ming" dynasty, playing with historical context. The phrase "Aah, broken by the old villain" suggests a notorious figure, which leads to the "highwayman"—a robber who typically targeted travelers on roads. The wordplay involves breaking down the phrase "Why the Ming" and associating it with a notorious criminal of the past, the highwayman.
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