'A Diamond in the Rough' (shown as 'A Diamond Rough' in the puzzle)
refers to someone or something with exceptional qualities or potential that is not immediately apparent
due to an unrefined exterior. According to the Gemological Institute of America, this expression
originally referred to uncut diamonds that don't reveal their brilliance until they are properly cut and
polished. The phrase has been extensively used in literature and psychology to describe hidden talent or
character. The Smithsonian Institution's gem collection includes numerous examples of rough diamonds that
demonstrate this transformation. The expression represents hope and the importance of looking beyond
surface appearances to recognize true value, making it a powerful metaphor for human potential and the
discovery of hidden worth. Sources: Gemological Institute of America, Smithsonian Institution - Gem Collection.
How to Solve Frame Games
Frame Games are visual word puzzles created by famous puzzle author Terry Stickels. In
these puzzles,
words or phrases are arranged within a "frame" in a way that represents a common saying, phrase,
quote, movie title, trivia fact, or concept.
The key to solving Frame Games is to pay attention to:
Position: Where words are placed (top, bottom, inside, outside, etc.)
Size: How big or small the text appears
Arrangement: How words relate to each other spatially
Repetition: Words that appear multiple times
Direction: Text that may be upside down, backwards, or diagonal
Within 6 guesses, solve the common phrase or saying the puzzle above
represents- Here are some tips:
Guesses: You have 6 tries to solve the puzzle phrase.
Inputs: Type in an entire phrase each time, and colored feedback for your guess
will indicate correct letters and their positions.
Green letters: Indicates correct letters in the correct position.
Yellow letters: Indicates correct letters but in the wrong position.
Grey letters: Indicates incorrect letters.
Need Hint? button When clicked, will show helpful clues.
See Answer... button When clicked, will show the correct answer.