The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word HONEY which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2023.
What catches more flies than vinegar, in a saying crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| HONEY | 100 % | 5 |
Why may HONEY be the right solution?
The saying "You can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar" means that being kind and sweet (like honey) is more effective in getting what you want than being harsh or bitter (like vinegar). Therefore, the answer "HONEY" fits perfectly with the clue.
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Crossword Answer definitions
HONEY noun- A viscous, sweet fluid produced from plant nectar by bees. Often used to sweeten tea or to spread on baked goods.
- A variety of this substance.
- Nectar.
- Something sweet or desirable.
- A term of affection.
- A woman, especially an attractive one.
- A spectrum of pale yellow to brownish-yellow colour, like that of most types of (the sweet substance) honey.
- To sweeten; to make agreeable.
- To be gentle, agreeable, or coaxing; to talk fondly; to use endearments.
- To be or become obsequiously courteous or complimentary; to fawn.
- Involving or resembling honey.
- Of a pale yellow to brownish-yellow colour, like most types of honey.
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