Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
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Inspired by the title my first thoughts led me to Dr Seuss. I wasted a bit of time rereading “Green Eggs and Ham”. Jigsaw puzzles are somewhat daunting at first since a lot of cold solving invariably lies ahead. Also, we immediately realised that this is a semi-carte blanche.
A very good Sunday morning from Winnipeg where Old Man Winter is not going quietly – temperatures in the minus teens yesterday and Friday, and before today is done we could have 5 cms or more of snow. … Continue reading
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BD Rating – Toughie Difficulty *****+ – Enjoyment ***
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BD Rating - Difficulty *** - Enjoyment ***
Hello, everyone, and welcome to Friday. Continue reading "DT 30880"
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This puzzle was published on 15th March 2025
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Toughie No 3447 by Kcit
Hints and tips by Gazza
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
My progress through the puzzle was steady rather than speedy and I enjoyed the process. Thanks to Kcit.
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Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 30879
Hints and tips by Shabbo
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
As last week, this puzzle is definitely not one of the regular Thursday setters, so over to you, dear reader for “Guess the Setter”. I have no idea. Twmbarlwm, perhaps?
18 degrees forecast for us today, so if you need me, I’ll be in the garden.
In the blog below, the definition element of each clue has been underlined, anagrams are CAPITALISED and the crossword technique “indicator words” are in brackets. The answers are concealed under the “Click Here” buttons. Please leave a comment telling us how you got on and what you thought of the puzzle. Please also try to be positive – it’s only a bit of fun.
Thank you, setter.