“You can’t have your cake and ___ it too” NYT

Crossword Clue:

Select the maximum number of letters in the answer:

Most Likely Answer:

The phrase means you cannot have two incompatible things at the same time.

More Possible Answers:

  • EAT – To consume food.
  • WILE – Skillful deceit or cunning behavior.
  • CRAFT – Skill in carrying out one’s work cleverly.
  • GUILE – Sly or cunning intelligence in attaining goals.