Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
Hints and tips for completing Daily Telegraph Cryptic crosswords
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1d was straightforward enough and immediately intriguing. I started thinking alchemy but 12d put me right.… Continue reading
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Good morning from South Staffs on a cloudy day with some rain forecast.… Continue reading
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This puzzle was published on 4th September 2021
BD Rating – Difficulty * – Enjoyment ***
A straightforward Prize Puzzle from Chalicea, Continue reading “DT 29772”
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You know what to expect from Beam and this one was probably less tricky than we sometimes get from him with the synonyms not quite as stretched as usual.… Continue reading
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Good morning from Miffypops Mansions where Saint Sharon is packing for our 10 day jaunt to Cornwall. I’m keeping out of her way as is usual. Today’s puzzle from Giovanni Continue reading “DT 29776”
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ****
Another enjoyable Toughie from Django Continue reading “Toughie 2710”
BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ****
Kia ora from Aotearoa.
We’re having a busy day. Started off with an early hearing clinic appointment and then lots of messages and interruptions as it is settlement day for a rental property which we sold recently.… Continue reading
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This puzzle was published on 29 Aug 2021
BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ****
Greetings from Kolkata. Dada has given us an excellent puzzle this Sunday and I enjoyed solving it and thereafter writing a full review for your kind perusal and significant feedback. Continue reading “ST 3123”
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
The sun has got his hat on. Hip hip hip hooray
The sun has got his hat on and he’s coming out today
About time too.
As for today’s puzzle from serpent Continue reading “Toughie 2709”