Question 1

What is the answer to "Leading counsel?"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is BESTADVICE. "Leading counsel" plays on two meanings of "counsel"—first as legal advice (like a lawyer’s guidance), and second as general advice. The word "leading" hints at "best," suggesting top-tier or primary advice. Combine them, and you get "best advice," written as one word to fit the crossword format. It’s a simple pun where the clue’s phrasing misdirects slightly before clicking into place.

Question 2

Can I get a hint for "Leading counsel?" without seeing the answer?

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Question 3

Why is "BESTADVICE" the answer to "Leading counsel?"?

Accepted Answer

"Leading counsel" plays on two meanings of "counsel"—first as legal advice (like a lawyer’s guidance), and second as general advice. The word "leading" hints at "best," suggesting top-tier or primary advice. Combine them, and you get "best advice," written as one word to fit the crossword format. It’s a simple pun where the clue’s phrasing misdirects slightly before clicking into place.

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