Patsy Crossword Clue

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SCHNOOK

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Patsy" leads to the answer "SCHNOOK" for today's crossword puzzle. Here's why this answer fits the clue:

  1. Definition of 'SCHNOOK': In Yiddish slang, 'schnook' refers to a gullible or easily fooled person. This connects to the idea of a 'patsy' who is often used as a dupe in a scheme or as an unsuspecting victim.
  2. Synonymous Characteristics: Both 'patsy' and 'schnook' carry connotations of being simple-minded or naive, making them suitable counterparts in the context of a crossword puzzle clue and answer.
  3. Cultural Reference: The term 'schnook' has been popularized in various forms of entertainment, depicting a character who is typically taken advantage of by others, aligning with the concept of a 'patsy' within the puzzle context.

By selecting "SCHNOOK" as the answer to the clue "Patsy," the crossword puzzle maintains coherence and linguistic relevance, providing an appropriate solution that aligns with the expectations of our solvers.



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Definition of "SCHNOOK"

a fool

Example :
  • just a poor schnook who gave her husband a lift

  •  The Crossword clue "Patsy" published 60 time/s & has 13 answer/s. 
    CrosswordDateAnswer
    Newsday.com26 January 2025SCHNOOK
    Crossword Champ Daily16 July 2024FALLGUY
    Penny dell sunday14 July 2024STOOGE
    Crossword Champ Premium31 October 2023SAP
    Crossword Champ Pro29 June 2023FOIL
    L.A. Times Daily19 March 2022STOOGE
    Penny dell11 November 2020DUPE
    New York Times29 November 2018SCHNOOK
    Wall Street Journal13 March 2018STOOGE
    Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate12 October 2016STOOGE
    Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate4 May 2010FALLGUY
    L.A. Times Sunday15 March 2009SAP
    L.A. Times Magazine11 May 2008SAP
    Universal3 May 2008CHUMP
    USA Today8 October 2007DUPE
    The Times Concise11 May 2001DUPE


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