"Baa, Baa, Black Sheep" karaoke practice progressing bit-by-bit (5) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
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Hints
This clue's indicator is 'progressing bit-by-bit' and it's a selection indicator. It's flagging which letters from some neighbouring fodder we need to select to compile our answer.
This clue's fodder is 'Baa Black Sheep karaoke practice'. We'll use these letters (or five of them) to construct our answer, as guided by our indicator(s).
Our definition here is 'Baa'. Our answer will be another word for the noise a sheep makes.
The answer to "Baa, Baa, Black Sheep" karaoke practice progressing bit-by-bit (5) is BLEAT.
The answer to the cryptic clue "Baa, Baa, Black Sheep" karaoke practice progressing bit-by-bit (5) is "BLEAT." Here's the explanation:
The phrase "Baa, Baa, Black Sheep" refers to the sound a sheep makes, which is "Baa." This sound is also a key part of the answer. The word "karaoke" in the clue suggests something related to singing or vocalizing, which leads us to think of a sound made during singing, such as "bleat" (which is the cry of a sheep).
The phrase "practice progressing bit-by-bit" hints at the idea of gradually improving or repeating a sound, which aligns with how "bleat" would be produced, especially when practiced in small, progressive steps, much like a karaoke singer practicing their lines. Therefore, "BLEAT" fits both the definition of the sheep's sound and the cryptic wordplay in the clue.
Minute Cryptic
A Minute Cryptic is a type of crossword puzzle that focuses on very short, often tricky clues that require quick and sharp thinking. These puzzles typically feature concise clues that challenge solvers to think outside the box and consider alternative meanings, wordplay, or indirect references.
Unlike traditional cryptic clues, which may have more detailed explanations, Minute Cryptics are designed to be solved in a very short amount of time, often making them ideal for quick bursts of mental exercise. They tend to require both a good understanding of wordplay and a high level of familiarity with common crossword conventions, but their brevity makes them a fun and engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
