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You always know you’re going to get a well-constructed and tractable puzzle from the Don when he’s in Quiptic mode. Abbreviations cd cryptic definition dd double definition cad clue as definition (xxxx)* anagram … Read more >>

Apologies for the late appearance of the blog. Bloody Grauniad. A fine Quiptic from Hectence, with a pangram to boot. I think beginners and less experienced solvers would have enjoyed this one. Abbreviations … Read more >>

Bonjour This morning’s Guardian Quiptic is not yet available on the newspaper’s site – last week’s puzzle is still showing.  I will solve the crossword and write up a blog when someone at … Read more >>

A fine crossword from Carpathian, which hits the spot for a Quiptic nicely, I think. A generous grid, some Easy Annies to get going with, no obscure words, a nice variety of devices. … Read more >>

I’ve often commented that Anto seems not to set puzzles specifically for the Quiptic slot, but I felt that this one was aimed more at beginners and improving solvers. That said, there were … Read more >>

Hectence shows off her skills as a Quiptic setter this morning. If you are in the ‘beginner’ category, then have another look at the surface readings in this puzzle. They are all beautifully … Read more >>

Seeing Anto’s name on a Quiptic never gives me a ‘Be still, my beating heart!’ moment. Your reaction may differ, and you can tell me so below. Abbreviations cd cryptic definition dd double … Read more >>