Category: EV Crosswords
EV 1476 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1476 (Hints)
After Steelman by Chalicea
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Chalicea’s crosswords are generally welcomed because they are not too difficult and often because they have abundant thematic material in them. This one is a typical example. Continue reading “EV 1476 (Hints)”
EV 1474
EV 1475 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1475
A Donation by Vismut
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EV 1473
EV 1474 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1474
The Mover and the Lover by Ifor
Hints and tips by The Numpties
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There is no need to introduce Ifor to EV solvers who know that his crosswords can be challenging in the Listener, Inquisitor, Magpie and EV series, with intricate wordplay but also with very rewarding endgames. This one will certainly raise a St Valentine’s Day smile.
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EV 1472
EV 1473 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1473 (Hints)
Sea Shell by The Ace of Hearts
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On the crossword database we see that The Ace of Hearts has been compiling crosswords since 2015 for The Listener, Inquisitor, Magpie, Crossword and the Enigmatic Variations series. This one is his twentieth compilation. Continue reading “EV 1473 (Hints)”
EV 1471
EV 1472 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1472
Test Match by Ploy
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Ploy’s crosswords have been appearing in all the well-known thematic cryptic outlets for almost twenty years. They are invariably enjoyable with very fair clues and intriguing end games. This one was no exception. Continue reading “EV 1472 (Hints)”