Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
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As is usual for the weekend prize crosswords, an assortment of clues, including some of the more difficult ones, have been selected and hints provided for them.
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Why not have a go at our latest Monthly Prize Puzzle?
The winner will receive their choice of any of the Telegraph Crossword Books published by Hamlyn.
Please note that, due to punitive postal charges, while the competition is open to all, the prize is only available to UK solvers.
A review will follow after the closing date (21st November 2015).
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BD Rating – Difficulty **** – Enjoyment ****
Artful and inventive clueing at its best and definitely worth a go, in case you are hesitating.… Continue reading
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ***
Good morning from South Staffs on a dull and dingy November day.… Continue reading
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BD Rating – Difficulty * – Enjoyment **
Morning All! This was a firm one star difficulty and this meant that I found it a bit flat – a few too many chestnuts in it personally.
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ***
This was one of those days when I was on song and completed the puzzle without any significant hold-ups.… Continue reading
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ****
Hola from the Vega Baja where we’ve just about dried out from last Sunday night’s rain. We had about 3 inches in 90 minutes coupled with a fairly decent gale so it was all a bit interesting. Lots of damage in Torrevieja but Amoradí seems to have escaped unscathed.
I’m not 100% sure about the setter of this one but I did seem to need the slightly mad hat for some of the off-the-wall bits. I really enjoyed it and I almost gave it 5* for enjoyment which I don’t think I’ve ever done before. I’ll be interested to see your opinions of it.
Continue reading “DT 27951”
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BD Rating – Difficulty ***– Enjoyment ****
Morning All! I really enjoyed this puzzle – It just about hit 3 star territory for difficulty but the stiffer clues were highly enjoyable. Continue reading “ST 2819”
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
This is a pleasant puzzle with no obscurities and a few d’oh moments.… Continue reading