Sunday Toughie No 108
by proXimal
Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee
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A proper Toughie from proXimal today that took me a fair bit longer than normal last night, some quite tricky anagrams, extractions and wordplay have hit t’ cutting room floor
I have hinted at half of an even 14a and 14d clues but if you want a nudge on any just ask and I will try to help if I can. CrypticSue’s red pencil seems to be a bit sharper than mine – beware t’ naughty step!
Here we go, Folks…
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Enigmatic Variations 1630 (Hints)
Mixed Doubles by Ifor
Hints and tips by The Numpties
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Ifor needs no introduction for EV solvers. Dave Hennings’ crossword database tells us that he has been setting them since 2010 and this will be his 45th in the series. We know that he will give us a challenge with lots of subtle wordplay and that we can expect one of a range of scientific, cultural and theatrical themes.… Continue reading
Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 3252 (Hints)
Hints and tips by Senf
A very good Sunday morning from Winnipeg where we have been back in the deep freeze for a few days.
For me, and I stress for me, Dada quirky but not very friendly, but some of that was self inflicted with errors in two answers impacting on two others. … Continue reading