January 12, 2012 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 701

Toughie No 701 by Warbler

Hints and tips by Bufo (in case anybody needs them)

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BD Rating – Difficulty *Enjoyment ***

This was possibly the easiest Toughie I have ever solved. It was pleasant enough to do but is far below Toughie standard. It seems like yet another day where the back-page puzzle is the tougher of the two puzzles.

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DT 26760

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 26760

Hints and tips by Big Dave

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BD Rating – Difficulty ****Enjoyment **

This puzzle could have some solvers wishing for Ray T’s speedy return. It has the appearance of being a Petitjean Toughie that he put in the wrong envelope. On the brighter side, the blog’s page views could well be very high today!

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