Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
Hints and tips for completing Daily Telegraph Cryptic crosswords
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Another Saturday when you have not slept for over 24 hours. Last Saturday, Tilsit told us he was moving house this week and, as part of that, he has not yet been able to get ‘reconnected,’ so I am standing, or should it be sitting, in again.… Continue reading
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment *
Dutch is unavailable today. I hadn’t anticipated the problems of the last two days when I agreed to cover for him, which is why this review is so late. Continue reading “Toughie 2660”
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ***
Good morning from South Staffs, and let’s hope that the gremlins which affected the site yesterday have been sent packing.… Continue reading
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This puzzle was published on 05 Jun 2021
BD Rating – *** – *****
Greetings from Kolkata.… Continue reading
BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ****
Kia ora from Aotearoa.
Bet you did not expect to see us back so soon.
Gazza has other important things to attend at present so we have the rare opportunity and privilege of writing the hints and tips for a Toughie.… Continue reading
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
Good morning. Today we have a RayT cryptic crossword that contains all of his usual trademarks.… Continue reading
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BD Rating – Difficulty * – Enjoyment ***
It is nearly nine months since we last had a crossword from Musaeus Continue reading “Toughie 2658”
BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ****
Kia ora from Aotearoa.
A beautiful fine clear winter day here. The sort of conditions exactly suited to a brisk beach walk or similar activity.… Continue reading
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This puzzle was published on 30th May 2021
BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
A Sunday Prize Puzzle that was easier at the top than the bottom
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