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Toughie 2465

Toughie No 2465 by Elgar

Hints and tips by Dutch

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

 

This is Elgar’s 152nd Telegraph Toughie. There is a theme which is apparent in the cross-referenced clues, and very fittingly we have a pangram! You may notice an apparent reference to a crossword blogging site (almost as famous as this one) which explains the relevance to the number 152, albeit in a different context.… Continue reading

DT 29406

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 29406

Hints and tips by Deep Threat

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BD Rating – Difficulty ***Enjoyment ***

Good morning from damp and drizzly South Staffs.

A steady solve for me today, with no especial difficulty, but still just getting to *** time.

In the hints below, the definitions are underlined.… Continue reading

DT 29401

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 29401

A full review by crypticsue

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This puzzle was published on 27th June 2020

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

A most enjoyable Prize Puzzle for lovers of words and clues with great surface readings Continue reading “DT 29401”