March 6, 2014 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 1148

Toughie No 1148 by Dada

Hints and tips by Bufo

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ***

Another disappointingly easy puzzle from Dada. It was only a slight hold-up in the NE corner that prevented me awarding it * for difficulty

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DT 27430

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 27430

Hints and tips by Big Dave

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ****

A surprisingly gentle puzzle from Ray T. 17 down is easily my favourite clue, even though similar wordplay has been previously used.

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ST 2732

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2732

A full review by crypticsue

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ****

This puzzle was published on on Sunday, 23rd February 2014

The usual terrific start to Sunday morning, although it would appear that I didn’t have as much difficulty as some solvers.   One clue  even engaged Mr CS and I in a bit of breakfast time conversation – whatever next?!

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