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Sunday Toughie 156 (Hints)

Sunday Toughie No 156

by Beam

 

Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee

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Beam is back for his second Sunday Toughie and it is a treat, all his trademarks™ are there (sweetheart, The Queen, single-word answers and an average 5.375 words per clue)  I found a lot of cycle parts but as a cycling fan I am probably a bit biased. It allowed me to tell a couple of old jokes too.

We have a generous 16a and 16d clues today and I have hinted half plus a couple of bonus pics. I hope you find enough checkers to fill the grid.

Here we go, Folks…

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Toughie 156

Toughie No 156 by Warbler

This bird sets pretty Tough puzzles!

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

Another excellent puzzle from one of the Tougher setters.  A handful of easier clues, then you have to work hard to get the rest. Continue reading “Toughie 156”