#701 - "We're Looking for a Phrase"
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#701 - "We're Looking for a Phrase"
THIS WEEK’S INSTRUCTIONS:
This week’s contest answer is a two-word phrase that’s something to avoid when solving metas.
Solve well, and be not led astray by words intended to deceive.
This week’s contest answer is a two-word phrase that’s something to avoid when solving metas.
Solve well, and be not led astray by words intended to deceive.
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Had to create the topic so I could post that I am at the top of the leaderboard! Woo-hoo! A little tricky for a week 1, but still nice and simple after lots of crunchy metas of late.
- Cindy
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- MikeyG
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Yeah, I needed the respite this weekend since I have stuff to do, hahaha. Played a bit like a Week 2, but I think I got it...we shall see!
Mikey G
- Dannyvee
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Beamed up! Lots of fun
I can be found in Sheridan, NY, veejaying. (8)
- RPardoe
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I agree that it was not as easy as I expected for a week 1, but after a few false starts, I am on the leaderboard.
- joequavis
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Beam me up. And props to @docison for being 1st across the finish line. I think I was still replacing the printer toner at 12:07!!
- Joe
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Just crunchy enough! I liked the slightly tougher Week 1. I'm on the board at 60 and thank heavens. After last weeks two stumpers (though I got on Matt's board with a nudge) and this week's WSJ, it was nice to actually to solve one.
Happy to give nudges. If you notice I've solved, please tell me about avenues you've explored so I can nudge you in the right direction and not off a cliff.
- ajk
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Beamed aboard. Should have gotten it faster, but was oversimplifying instead of overcomplicating for once. ![Laughing :lol:](./images/smilies/icon_lol.gif)
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- HeadinHome
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Got it, after making a dumb grid mistake. Also, I always forget to try (can't say) when stuck, and when I did that, all was clear.
Fun one!
Waiting for my beam-up (JUST refreshed, so it might be a while).
Fun one!
Waiting for my beam-up (JUST refreshed, so it might be a while).
The other Wendy. ![Rolling Eyes :roll:](./images/smilies/icon_rolleyes.gif)
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- sharkicicles
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You know it’s a week 1 when you get a late start and there’s already 79 people ahead of you.
Fun week 1. Maybe a week 1.25-1.5, not that I’m complaining.
Fun week 1. Maybe a week 1.25-1.5, not that I’m complaining.
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- Guffman
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More steps than usual for a Week 1, but thankful it won't be a weekend slog.
- ky-mike
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- DrTom
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Whoo Hoo #74, that may well be as high as I have ever been. I know, I know. don't gloat over a week 1, but hey I'm not getting very far with Mr. Gaffney's other puzzle on WSJ so I might as well take my victories where I can.
NUDGES!I am always willing to give nudges where needed; metas should be about fun, not frustration. Send me what you have done so far because often you are closer than you think!
- BrennerTJ
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- DCBilly
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Beamed up on this one after whiffing on everything else this week….
- Thurman8er
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It feels like it's been a while since I correctly solved a meta so I was looking forward to a nice easy week one, but unfortunately I am stuck. I think I'm most of the way there, so I'm going to take a break and hope for post enlightenment.