May 12, 2010 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 352

Toughie No 352 by Osmosis

All Our Yesterdays

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Today’s puzzle contains an extraordinary number of names, both of people and places, and most of the people mentioned are no longer with us. Osmosis also takes a few liberties with the wordplay, but in spite of everything I did enjoy battling with it, and there are some really good clues.
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DT 26238

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 26238

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A welcome distraction from the aftermath of the election. Jay maintains his usual standard – particular favourites are highlighted in blue.

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