crosswordinkpride

/ˈkrɒswɜːdˈɪŋkˌpraɪd/nounVerified New

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The status earned by completing a crossword in pen, claimed for life and mentioned often.

Crosswordinkpride is acquired once and worn forever: the solver who writes in ink has declared no mistakes will be made. A wrong letter in ink becomes part of the puzzle's story rather than its failure. The pride is displayed at breakfast tables and defended against pencil users, who are described as sensible and pitied.

Etym. — crossword + ink pride — the stationery-based caste system of puzzle solvers.

Rel. — triviatyrant · quizstrong

Novelty check: APPROVE

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