Sunday Toughie No 188 by proXimal
Review by Sloop John Bee
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This puzzle was published on the 31st of July 2025
Tag: 188
Sunday Toughie 188 (Hints)
Sunday Toughie No 188
by proXimal
Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee
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proXimal returns with what I found quite tricky, but maybe I was distracted by the tribute to Van Morrison on the BBC last night. It finished at about 01:30 this morning, and it was a close-run thing to parse some before the end.
14a and 16d clues today, and I have hinted at half. I am not too 22a that there are quite a few clues in the SW that remain unhinted, but I hope you find the checkers to fill the grid. A bonus nudge may be available if you ask.
Here we go, Folks…
Toughie 188
Toughie No 188 by Warbler
Fun without being too difficult
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ****
I enjoyed this puzzle without feeling that I had been over-stretched. I even survived interruptions from the dog, the window-cleaner and the postman!