May 8, 2020 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 2433

Toughie No 2433 by Osmosis

Hints and tips by Dutch

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BD Rating – Difficulty ***Enjoyment ***

A solid puzzle by Osmosis although I was put off slightly by not quite understanding 17a. It was my last one in and I assumed (correctly) that I needed an X, but that was just fortuitous as I don’t actually see a pangram today.… Continue reading

DT 29358

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 29358

Hints and tips by Deep Threat

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ***

Good morning from South Staffs on the 75th anniversary of VE Day. Not much celebration as the current war on the virus drags on, and nothing thematic in the crossword either.… Continue reading