What a queen may lay

Answer:

ANTEGG

Hint:

Think of a royal wager in a game where the stakes are high, or a tiny promise of future life in nature.

Explanation:

The clue plays on the double meaning of "lay." A queen bee lays eggs, which is the literal interpretation, but "ante" (a poker bet) sounds like "ant," turning "ant eggs" into "antegg." It’s a pun combining the insect reference with gambling slang for a lighthearted twist.

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General solving tip

Markers like 'var.' or 'alt. sp.' mean a variant spelling. Consider alternate forms (GRAY/GREY, EON/AEON) that fit the grid.

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