Frustration Unfortunately that's an eleven-letter word that means crosswords to most people, but for other people the word satisfaction comes to mind. Have you ever wished you knew how to work crosswords? The good news is that it doesn't take a genius to solve them. Anyone can learn to enjoy this brain-training pursuit that is both an enjoyable and relaxing pastime. The only reason crossword solving may look impossible is because people are unaware of the tips and tricks master solvers already know. Anyone can enjoy solving puzzles if they know how to crack the code. Here is a short, non-threatening guide that pairs well-known adages about life with some easy-to-follow crossword tips so aspiring solvers can learn the ropes quickly and easily. Even more experienced solvers can pick up a couple of strategies.