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Why solving a crossword can inflate your confidence

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Figuring out a four-letter word for 'a common metal' instantly grants you the unearned confidence of a world-class intellectual. You will likely spend the rest of the day assuming you are the smartest person in any room, all thanks to a tiny grid printed on cheap paper.

Why solving a crossword can inflate your confidence
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