April 2018 – Page 2 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 2009

Toughie No 2009 by Stick Insect

Hints and tips by Gazza

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BD Rating – Difficulty ***Enjoyment ***

Stick Insect’s previous Toughies have been on the easy side prompting Bufo to say (Toughie 1926) “I’d like something more challenging next time”.… Continue reading

Toughie 2008

Toughie No 2008 by Samuel

Hints and tips by Kitty

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

 

Welcome all.  There’s nothing too fiendish here, but clues constructed seamlessly enough to provide some challenge and all very nice indeed. … Continue reading

DT 28721

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 28721

Hints and tips by Mr K

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BD Rating  -  Difficulty *** Enjoyment ****

 

Hello everyone.  I found this offering meatier than last week's puzzle, with some nice dollops of originality sprinkled throughout the clues. 

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