March 5, 2014 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 1147

Toughie No 1147 by Osmosis

Is It Friday Already?

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

On first reading through the clues I wondered whether we’d been given a Friday Toughie by mistake but I gradually worked my way into it and thereafter progress was steady rather than spectacular. It was the stiffest Wednesday Toughie I’ve blogged for some time, so thanks to Osmosis for the enjoyment.
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DT 27429

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 27429

Hints and tips by scchua

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ***

The northeast corner took a bit of time to crack, so I’d rate this slightly more than 2* for difficulty and 3* for enjoyment. Thanks to Jay.

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