Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ****
Our new Sunday setter is now so well established that the old-style puzzles are becoming an ever-dimming memory.
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment **
My dislike of puzzles from this setter is well-known, so I will let you decide for yourself. I wonder if visitors to the Excalibur household are asked “Tea, a cup of, would like you?”.
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
Not as complicated today, although the grid was a bit “cornery”, there are some nice “gimme” clues available in all corners to get you started. For example 2d, 7d, 24a, and 12d. Mind you it still deserves three stars because after that you still have to tease out the other answers.