July 25, 2012 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 812

Toughie No 812 by Beam

A Skinful of Laughs

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BD Rating – Difficulty ***Enjoyment ****

It was not until I finished writing the hints for this one that I realised there are no anagrams at all (I think that this is the second such puzzle from Beam/Ray T that I’ve reviewed). This is an enjoyable puzzle with a good sprinkling of laughs, but I am surprised at 17d which is not listed in Chambers.
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DT 26927

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 26927

Hints and tips by pommers

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ****

Hola from the Vega Baja.  Another fine crossword from the Wednesday Wizard. There’s a few anagrams to get you going and some clever clues as well.  Not too difficult but I really enjoyed it. How about you?

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