Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2473 – Review
A full analysis by Big Dave
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BD Rating – Difficulty **** – Enjoyment ****

As I wrote on Sunday, this puzzle didn’t leave me feeling disappointed as previous Sunday crosswords have. While not easy, there was satisfaction to be derived from solving some of the clues, although rather too many of them were double definitions. And as for 23 down, I look forward to reading your views. Continue reading “ST Cryptic No 2473 – Review”
Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2472 – Review
A full analysis by Big Dave
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment **

Writing up the Sunday puzzles is a very frustrating job. They tend to be difficult to finish, although this one was easier than most, but then you are left with the feeling of annoyance at some of the clues, which spoils any enjoyment you might have received from some of the others. This one has more of the annoying clues and less of the enjoyable ones. Continue reading “ST Cryptic No 2472 – Review”
Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2471 – Review
A full analysis by Big Dave
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment **

I never look forward to the Sunday puzzle, and I’m seldom surprised. This is another one that takes quite a while to complete, but leaves you wondering why you bothered. Continue reading “ST Cryptic No 2471 – Review”
Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2470 – Review
A full analysis by Big Dave
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BD Rating – Difficulty **** – Enjoyment ****
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