Sunday Toughie No 142
by proXimal
Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee
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The top half went in fairly fast for me but I slowed down considerably as I approached the end, the little ones gave the most parsing grief and I had to ask for help with the Burgundian’s covering
Plenty of signature proXimalisms today and a generous 15a and 16d clues today I have hinted just under half so have a bit of leeway with a bonus nudge if required – but beware the 9a piece of cake that Sue may provide for those that get sent to The Naughty Step – Sue said yesterday that the rather nice Victoria Sponge with Home-Made Plum Jam was reserved for the recuperating Mr CS – Get Well Soon
Here we go, Folks…