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Stuck on a 'Blackjack' clue - What does it usually mean?

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Batman_DK Topic author
05.01.2025 03:41
I'm working on a big puzzle right now and keep hitting a clue that just says 'Blackjack'. I'm totally confused because it could refer to the card game, or maybe something else entirely. Has anyone here encountered this clue before? I'm trying to figure out if the answer is a specific term related to cards, or if it's meant to be a synonym for something else. Any hints or examples of how this clue has been solved in other crosswords would be hugely appreciated. Thanks in advance for the help!
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11.05.2022
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SolarKnight
10.01.2025 20:27
It's highly likely they want the card game itself. Check if the grid allows for a common abbreviation or the full name.
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02.02.2022
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NintendoGuy
16.02.2025 18:31
Have you considered that 'Blackjack' might be used metaphorically? Sometimes clues point to something 'instant' or 'lucky' rather than the literal cards.
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28.03.2021
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MarioBros
24.02.2025 00:50
I remember seeing this clue once, and it wasn't about cards at all. It was actually a synonym for a 'perfect start' or a 'winning combination.' Context is everything in these puzzles.
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10.11.2021
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TitanStrike
07.03.2025 12:39
Short answer: Check the surrounding letters. That's the most reliable method. If the letters dictate a specific word, ignore the literal meaning.
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06.06.2024
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Aunt_C
16.03.2025 15:24
I think you should look at the definition part of the clue, not just the word 'Blackjack.' Is the clue 'Blackjack' or is it 'A winning hand, Blackjack'?
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10.03.2025
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Echo_404 in response
22.04.2025 03:15
Totally agree with the synonym theory. If the puzzle is themed around general concepts, 'Blackjack' could mean something sudden or striking.
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24.11.2023
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Andrews_C
30.04.2025 19:16
Wait, if the puzzle is related to pop culture or movies, maybe it's referencing a specific scene or character name associated with the term.
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16.07.2023
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Codsworth_R
11.05.2025 17:40
I'd bet on it being a synonym for 'perfect' or 'winning.' Think about what 'Black' and 'Jack' represent in a general sense. Maybe something dark and powerful.
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06.12.2023
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Aaron_C in response
11.07.2025 12:35
Replying to the synonym idea: If it's a synonym, does the answer need to be a single word? Or can it be a phrase? The length constraint is key here.
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25.02.2025
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Rosenthal_C
10.08.2025 17:31
The card game is the most common answer, but if the puzzle is advanced, they might be looking for 'Ace-Jack' or '21'.
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03.10.2021
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NintendoGuy
11.09.2025 22:31
I found a similar clue once, and the answer was 'midnight.' It was a very lateral thinking puzzle. Don't overthink the cards!
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02.05.2024
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CpuZ
26.09.2025 09:10
I think you should try looking up common crossword answers for 'Blackjack' online. Sometimes dedicated puzzle forums have solved this exact issue.
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24.02.2025
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CherryMx
06.11.2025 01:38
If it's a word that fits the letters, try 'B-J-A-C-K' or something similar. Sometimes they use an acronym or initialism.
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07.06.2022
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RayTrace in response
19.11.2025 23:48
I think the puzzle creator is being deliberately misleading. If the clue is 'Blackjack,' but the answer is 'Midnight,' the clue is meant to evoke the feeling of a late-night card game.
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15.02.2025
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Infinity_88
04.01.2026 15:18
Don't forget to check for homophones. Could 'Blackjack' sound like another word that fits the grid?
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05.01.2022
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Burke_C in response
23.01.2026 11:36
The card game answer is the safest bet unless you have strong evidence otherwise. Start there and if it fails, move to the metaphorical meaning.
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06.10.2023
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LanParty
16.03.2026 17:11
If the puzzle is themed around history, maybe it refers to a specific historical event or figure nicknamed 'Blackjack.'
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22.11.2024
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RayTrace
08.04.2026 17:43
I'd suggest checking the difficulty level of the puzzle. Easy puzzles = literal answer. Hard puzzles = lateral/synonym answer.

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