Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ***
An enjoyable one from Jay – with just a little slowdown in the northwest corner. A 1.5-2* for difficulty and 3* for enjoyment. Thanks to Jay.
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For me, an unfamiliar setter, but the puzzle is about what I’m used to on Wednesdays, so a 2*/3* for difficulty/enjoyment. Thanks to setter (don’t know who he/she is).
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A nice and easy puzzle from Jay, a slightly slow start but a quick finish. Thanks Jay. ** difficulty/*** enjoyment for me.
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The clues with the long answers looked daunting at first glance, but were quite easily solved with the help of the checking letters. A 1.5-2*/3* for difficulty/enjoyment. Thanks to Jay.
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A relaxing puzzle from Jay, except for perhaps one 4-letter answer I’m uncertain about. 1.5*/3* for me. Thanks Jay. (Apologies for later posting – just got back after 5 hours in the eye clinic.)
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As expected, Jay delivers another enjoyable, accessible puzzle. A little over 1.5* difficulty for me, and 3* for enjoyment. Thanks Jay.
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A straightforward puzzle, enjoyable as always from Jay, to whom thanks. A <1.5*/3* for difficulty/enjoyment.
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An enjoyable puzzle with plain sailing all the way. 1.5*/3* for difficulty/enjoyment. Thanks Jay.
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ***
Somewhere between 1.5-2* for difficulty and 3* for enjoyment. Thanks Jay.
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ***
A straightforward and enjoyable puzzle, between 1.5-2* for difficulty and 3* for enjoyment. Thanks to Jay.