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Sunday Toughie 192 (Hints)

Sunday Toughie No 192

by proXimal

 

Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee

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I seem to have come down with some lurgy or other, and I may have to retire to bed. Apologies if the hints are a bit terse today, 

We have 16a and 14d clues, and I have hinted half. I found the Spooner today quite difficult and the proXimal™ compounds a bit easier. I have left the last of three unhinted, in order to give a nudge to the 13a anagram.

Between paracetamol and naps I will be hoping Europe make light work of at least 2 1/2 points to retain The Ryder Cup. I will provide hints if you ask.

Here we go, Folks…

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Toughie 192

Toughie No 192 by Giovanni

Giovanni gives us an easy ride

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BD Rating – Difficulty ** Enjoyment ****

Last time we had a puzzle from Giovanni, it was a tough time.  This time he has been a lot kinder to us.  A smattering of new / lesser known words, but altogether the same excellent standard that we have come to expect.

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