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The World’s Most Honest Crossword Puzzle

It’s depressing for the whole family!

Sharpen your pencil and pour that shot of bourbon into your coffee—it’s crossword puzzle time! Test your knowledge of politics, pop culture, and other trivial distractions from the imminent collapse of civilization with this one-of-a-kind Amusement™! Keep your creeping realization of life’s futility at bay! Consume the entertainment product! Please do not sue us for this work of satire, New York Times!


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