Salamander placed under climbing mollusc? Mark of an illiterate activist Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Salamander placed under climbing mollusc? Mark of an illiterate activist" leads us to the answer "MALCOLMX." Let's break down why this seemingly cryptic clue corresponds to this specific answer:

1. Salamander: In the context of this clue, "salamander" is a reference to the letters within the word "amphibian." This hints that we should be looking for specific letters relating to the term.
2. Placed under climbing mollusc: Here, "climbing mollusc" points to the word "snail" when read backward. So, we need to put the next part of the clue, "salamander," beneath the reversed "snail."
3. Mark of an illiterate activist: The phrase "Mark of an illiterate activist" is a clever way to indicate the letter "X," as the mark itself resembles it. This serves as the final piece to complete the answer.

By combining these elements, we can see how the clue leads to the answer "MALCOLMX," with the letters fitting the various parts of the clue in a creative and challenging manner.

 That crossword clue published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Specialist	1 December 2024	MALCOLMX