What do you do when you're stuck for the answer?

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This discussion centers on strategies for overcoming mental blocks when trying to recall answers, particularly in the context of crossword puzzles. Participants share various techniques, including walking with a rocking motion, using Google for assistance, and even looking over a neighbor's shoulder. One user humorously mentions "Doogle," a play on words referencing Irish Google, suggesting that sometimes ignoring the problem allows the subconscious to resolve it. Overall, the conversation highlights the diverse methods individuals employ to jog their memory.

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You're stuck on a crossword clue or something and the answer is on the tip of your tongue but you just can't get it out?What do you do?
I find it helps to walk slowly up and down with a slight rocking motion and with the hands held tightly behind the back whilst mumbling like an idiot. Try it out but be discrete in the exam hall. :confused:
Does anybody have another method?
 
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Google often works for me.
 
Dadface said:
You're stuck on a crossword clue or something and the answer is on the tip of your tongue but you just can't get it out?What do you do?
I find it helps to walk slowly up and down with a slight rocking motion and with the hands held tightly behind the back whilst mumbling like an idiot. Try it out but be discrete in the exam hall. :confused:
Does anybody have another method?
If possible, I look over the shoulder of the student next to me. Sometimes I just sleep on it. In the morning I'm sure to see the light of day.
 
Redbelly98 said:
Google often works for me.

I prefer http://doogle.com" .
 
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Focus said:
I prefer http://doogle.com" .

Do you mean doogle in the magic roundabout?My favourite programme but I couldn't stand Zebedee that little nasty person on a spring.
 
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Do you mean doogle in the magic roundabout?My favourite programme but I couldn't stand Zebedee that little nasty person on a spring.

Huh? No its Irish Google (based on Father Ted, hence the name Doogle).
 
I just ignore the problem, and my subconscious will usually figure it out for me.
 
Thanks to google, I would say that this problem is only of historical interest :)
 

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