Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2493 – Review
A full analysis by Big Dave
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BD Rating – Difficulty **** – Enjoyment ****
This Sunday puzzle is approaching the standard set by some Toughies. It make take a little while, but it is well worth the effort.
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Toughie No 187 by Myops
This one might grow on you!
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BD Rating – Difficulty **** – Enjoyment ****
I found this puzzle to get better as I spent time on the analysis. The surface reading is excellent, but full resolution of the wordplay was a bit tricky. This is the first Toughie from Myops since the landmark Toughie 100. Those of you in Glasgow may be interested to know this setter is responsible for the fiendishly difficult Wee Stinker (or so I have been reliably informed).
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Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 25989
Hints and tips by Libellule
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
Today’s seemed much harder than usual, for some reason I got stuck in the top right hand corner for what seemed like ages. A Composer, artist and public school also help to confuse the issue. But once again we have a nicely crafted crossword that is enjoyable to do and gives satisfaction on completion.
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