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Sunday Toughie 95 (Hints)

by Sloop John Bee  

Sunday Toughie No 95

by Robyn

 

Hints and Tips by Sloop John Bee

 

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Robyn has brought us a fine toughie today with a slightly unbalanced 16a and 13d clues and I have hinted halfish

I liked 14d as he fits into one of my four c’s (crosswords, coffee, cheese and cycling) I was fooled by his claims of innocence myself but still admire his chutzpah

I will take Mama Bee out for a scone and coffee but will return later if you need any extra nudges


Here we go…

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Toughie No 95

by Big Dave  

Toughie No 95 by Messinae

A really enjoyable puzzle with some literary allusions

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

I found myself appreciating this puzzle even more as I prepared the hints – there are references to three classic books, and a nursery rhyme.  While not trivially easy, this is a well constructed puzzle which is well worth the effort taken to solve.  Don’t forget the highlighted items give supplementary information and, usually, the answer.

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