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EV 1480 (Hints)

Enigmatic Variations 1480

Spoiler Alert by Kcit

Hints and tips by The Numpties

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Kcit, who appears also as the setter Phi, has been setting crosswords for over 30 years for the Listener and Magpie series and the Inquisitor and EV. He also sets as Phi for the BBC Music Magazine and appears regularly with crosswords of medium difficulty in the Telegraph Toughie series.… Continue reading

Toughie 1480

Toughie No 1480 by Sparks

Hints and tips by Dutch

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BD Rating – Difficulty ****Enjoyment ****

This was nicely difficult without being fiendish, and I hope it will satisfy both those looking for a challenging Friday Toughie as well as those of us who want the puzzle to remain accessible to mere mortals.… Continue reading