Stellar

Answer:

ASTRAL

Hint:

Think of the adjective describing things related to the stars or celestial bodies, often used in mysticism or poetry.

Explanation:

"Stellar" often means relating to stars, but in crosswords, it can hint at a more poetic or mystical term. Here, it clues "ASTRAL," which describes things connected to the stars or celestial realms—like "astral projection" or "astral plane." The wordplay is straightforward: "stellar" and "astral" share the same starry meaning, just with a slightly more esoteric twist. Think of it as swapping a science term for its mystical cousin.

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General solving tip

Words like 'said,' 'reportedly,' or 'sounds like' point to homophones—an answer that sounds like another word or phrase. Read the clue aloud in your head.

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