Universal Sunday Crossword

Michael Schlossberg

August 18, 2025

 

In this clever puzzle, the constructor re-imagines common phrases - linking them with their literal / homophonic meanings. 

 

Example: 

You can have this ancient board game and I'll take your expensive necklace.

Re-imagined:

GO FOR THE GOLD 

 

1. I'll give you my big cup if you'll give me your Nikon.

 

2. You can have my blankets if you give me your lasso.

 

3. I'll make you some comfort food, Faust, and you sign on the dotted line.

 

4. I'll write you a best-selling song if you give me your two-wheeler.

 

5. I'll give you a new haircut if I can eat those McIntoshes.

 

6. I'll give you my Shakespeare collection if you give me that lollipop.

 

Answers:

 

1. Mug for the camera 

2. Throws for a loop

3. Chicken soup for the Soul

4. Hit for the cycle

5. Bob for apples

6. Plays for a sucker