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Sunday Toughie 158 (Hints)

Sunday Toughie No 158

by proXimal

 

Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee

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A treat from proXimal last night, compound anagrams and a Spoonerism to start. It didn’t need the byline.

14a and 14d clues and i have hinted half. I hope you find the checkers to complete today. I may be able to give a bonus nudge if you get stuck.

When the penny dropped on the Spoonerism it joined 8d on the top step of my podium, but what were your favourites?

Here we go, Folks…

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Toughie 158

Toughie No 158 by Giovanni

Hints and tips by Tilsit

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

Quite a tough puzzle today from Giovanni, but still very enjoyable.  Some nice clues to draw you into the puzzle, and then some mind-stretchers to make you think.  No really unusual words but good fair cluing providing a good challenge.  As usual, all the clues have excellent surface readings and if you aspire to be a setter, studying these will no doubt help you.

Thanks to Giovanni for a thoroughly enjoyable challenge.

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