October 20, 2016 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 1694

Toughie No 1694 by MynoT

Hints and tips by Bufo

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

I was in the groove this morning because this was pretty much a read-and-write puzzle for me except for the NW corner where 2 down (new to me) and 15 across (a pesky 4-letter word) caused a slight hold-up.… Continue reading

ST 2869

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2869

A full review by crypticsue

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This puzzle was published on Sunday 9nd October

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

 

I found this Sunday puzzle slightly trickier than previous weeks.   Lots to enjoy – I marked three clues for special merit.… Continue reading

DT 28250

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 28250

Hints and tips by Falcon

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BD Rating – Difficulty ***Enjoyment ***

Greetings from Ottawa where we have been experiencing a spell of unusually warm autumn weather which is apparently near an end.

I can say with confidence that today’s puzzle is not a RayT creation but beyond that I can offer little insight as to the setter.… Continue reading