A concise, often cryptic, phrase used as a prompt to solve a specific section of a crossword puzzle related to dates, events, or appointments one might record. For example, “Washington’s birthday” (six letters) could be the prompt for the answer “FEBRUARY.”
These prompts play a vital role in crossword puzzles, testing solvers’ knowledge of dates, holidays, historical events, and general scheduling terminology. They demand both factual recall and lateral thinking, as the wording often employs puns, misdirection, or wordplay. The increasing popularity of digital crossword puzzles has broadened the range and complexity of these clues, incorporating modern scheduling tools and digital calendar features.
