April 14, 2024 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Sunday Toughie 116 (Hints)

Sunday Toughie No 116

by Zandio

Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee

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A delightful Sunday Toughie from Zandio, which I really enjoyed. 16d was my favourite by a country mile and is awarded the “Sloopy” today, but I am sure you will have other favourites?

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I have hinted just under half of an even 14a and 14d clues so there is leeway for a bonus hint if you need a nudge for those clues that hit the cutting room floor

Here we go…

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EV 1638 (Hints)

Enigmatic Variations 1638 (Hints)

Chilly by The Ace of Hearts

Hints and tips by The Numpties

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The Ace of Hearts has been producing crosswords for the Magpie, Listener, Enigmatic Variations, and Inquisitor series since 2015. This, Dave Hennings’ Crossword Database tells us, will be his 12th EV.… Continue reading

ST 3260 (Hints)

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 3260 (Hints)

Hints and tips by Senf

A very good Sunday morning from Winnipeg where we are experiencing a good example of Manitoba Spring weather, or anywhere else in Canada come to that; yesterday was a beautiful sunny day with a temperature of 20 degrees and on Thursday the forecast is for 2 degrees and fluffy white precipitation!… Continue reading