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Sunday Toughie 249 (Hints)

Sunday Toughie No 249


by Zandio

 

Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee

 

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As usual with Telegraph Towers, the first puzzle of the month is very slow to appear. I got this at about half past midnight, but sped through this fairly quickly for a Zandio. I can guarantee the Mythical won’t be coming my way, as when I clip the grid for my notes it sometimes leaves a rogue C where the cursor was. I must remember to submit the crossword before clipping the grid.

Lots of brilliant surfaces here. I am obliged to like 8d but COTT goes to 3d for a brilliant oddity

I will try and give a nudge if you are struggling; just ask. 

 

Here We Go…

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Toughie 249

Toughie No 249 by Excalibur

A Game of Two Halves

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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment **

I got the impression with this one that some care had been taken in the construction of the across clues, but that many of the down ones appeared forced with poor surface readings. Overall there was not a lot to get excited about. Let us know what you thought via a comment.
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