September 30, 2016 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 1683

Toughie No 1683 by Elkamere

Hints and tips by Dutch

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ****

At the end of a week of moderate toughies, we find that Elkamere  too is kind to us – this took me just 2* time. This is a great opportunity for those who might otherwise shy away from Elkamere puzzles to have a go, and experience a standard of clueing that is always most enjoyable, regardless of difficulty.… Continue reading

DT 28233

 

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 28233

Hints and tips by Deep Threat

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

Good morning from South Staffs on a bright September morning.

There are plenty of anagrams and part-anagrams to get you going in today’s Giovanni, but I can see that some of the less common words and bits of General Knowledge involved may cause difficulty for some.… Continue reading

DT 28228

Daily Telegraph No 28228

A full review by crypticsue

This puzzle was published on 24th September 2016

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BD Rating – Difficulty *   Enjoyment **

Well if it wasn’t an anagram clue, you were probably required to insert something into something else, the whole process leaving lots of time for all the other things we have to do on a Saturday.

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