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Sunday Toughie 165 (Hints)

Sunday Toughie No 165

by Light

 

Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee

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I had a feeling we might be seeing Light today as he debuted a Wednesday Toughie that went down well, This seems a very similar standard of difficulty to me but as I am not obliged to give stars to prize puzzles I will just hope you find it as pleasant as I did.

I am still in the dark as to who Light is and with some light speculation about Richard Osman apart I guess I will have to remain curious.

14a and 14d clues and I have hinted half, I will try and provide a bonus nudge if asked.

Here we go, Folks…

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ST 3307 (full review)

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 3307

A full review by Rahmat Ali

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This puzzle was published on 9th March 2025

BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ****

Greetings from Kolkata. A straightforward and gentle puzzle from Dada this Sunday that I enjoyed solving and thereafter writing a full review of his puzzle for your kind perusal and valuable feedback.
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Sunday Toughie 161 (Review)

Sunday Toughie No 161 by Light

Review by Sloop John Bee

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This puzzle was published on the 23rd of February 2025

I still haven’t worked out who Light is but never mind I enjoyed this puzzle…

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ST 3305 (full review)

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 3305

A full review by Rahmat Ali

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This puzzle was published on 23rd February 2025

BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ****

Greetings from Kolkata. A straightforward and gentle puzzle from Dada this Sunday that I enjoyed solving and thereafter writing a full review of his puzzle for your kind perusal and valuable feedback.
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