Long standing solvers will remember with affection Mr Wednesday, Jeremy Mutch (Jay), whose weekly crosswords were a joy to solve combining elegance and wit. Before becoming the regular Wednesday setter in 2010, he boxed and coxed with Ray T on Thursdays. … Continue reading
Day: 20 August 2026
Toughie 3743
Toughie No 3743 by Dharma
Hints and tips by ALP
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BD Rating – Toughie difficulty ** (ish) – Enjoyment *****
Sluggish start, Speedy Gonzales finish … once I’d refound my Dharma legs. Often the way with him, I find. Yet another belter – smart and fresh with just the right amount of chew. A few gentle gimmes to get you going and then some real meat. I thoroughly enjoyed this. The floor, as always, is yours.
DT 31323
Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 31323
Hints and Tips by Gazza
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** Enjoyment ****
There’s nothing very obscure here (I assume that you all know the names of our cabinet ministers!) and I found it very enjoyable. Thanks to today’s setter.
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