Sunday Toughie No 120
by Zandio
Review by Sloop John Bee
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This puzzle was published on the 12th of May 2024
Tag: 120
Sunday Toughie 120 (Hints)
Sunday Toughie No 120
by Zandio
Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee
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Zandio has brought us a Sunday Toughie that I found a little bit easier than his backpager last Friday, but then I was pressed for time and didn’t really concentrate on what I was doing so your experience with this may differ
I found quite a lot of political references in today’s puzzle but not sure if there are enough to call a theme. Especially as my slightly political place in Parliament in 19a appears to actually be a mining deposit (see comment #1 below). Ho-Hum no doubt the first of many mistakes I will make without the 100% assurance from the old site
We have an evenly balanced 14a and 14d clues today and I have hinted just under half, allowing me a bit of leeway with a bonus hint if required
Here we go…
Toughie No 120
Toughie No 120 by Shamus
Today’s hints and tips by Big Dave
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ****
You can always rely on Shamus to set a challenging crossword, but one that is solvable with a little patience. One or two trickier answers and some even trickier wordplay made this another very enjoyable puzzle.