The Beat Gets Personified: Get It?
TL;DR
Margaret Seikel's crossword puzzle in The New York Times features emojis that have different meanings depending on the context, such as the peace sign, bunny ears, and V for victory. The puzzle also includes tricky clues, including homophonic fill and common figures of speech. The constructor notes reveal the puzzle's evolution and the inspiration behind the emoji cluing angle.
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