| Headwear usually worn metaphorically |
New York Times |
29 Sep 2025 |
| Cogitation wear, in top gear, with a mind of its own? (8,3) |
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| Put on your ___, consider a problem (8,3) |
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| It may help to solve problem of poor relations with leader of Canada in rift (8,3) |
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| Metaphorical headwear for brainstorming |
USA Today |
31 May 2024 |
| Imaginary headgear (8-3) |
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| Attire of thoughtful person, unlike Henry VIII, on top (8,3) |
Puzzler Cryptic |
22 Jan 2024 |
| Problem-solver's headgear? |
The Guardian Quick |
05 Jun 2023 |
| Problem-solver's wear, figuratively |
USA Today |
16 Dec 2016 |
| Symbol of deep concentration |
Universal |
10 Jun 2016 |
| Invisible symbol of concentration |
USA Today |
08 Feb 2016 |
| Invisible symbol of concentration |
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| Problem-solver's wear, figuratively |
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| Symbol of deep concentration |
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| State of concentration |
Thomas Joseph |
21 Jul 2015 |
| Symbol of concentration |
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| Problem-solving accessory |
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| Contemplation aid |
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| Symbol of concentration |
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| Symbol of concentration |
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| This is "put on" to solve a problem |
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| Figuratively, a mood of reflection. |
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| Mind at work. |
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| Cogitative gear. |
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