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Guardian Cryptic 25611 Rufus

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A typical Rufus, compactly clued with double and cryptic definitions mostly.  I reckon there were fewer anagrams (which type of clue I find relatively easier), which is probably why I took a bit … Read more >>

Financial Times 13974 Gurney

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Thanks to Gurney for this enjoyable puzzle.  I have the impression this was a tad harder than usual, but totally enjoyable with some clever misdirections.  Apologies for the later timing.  Definitions are underlined in … Read more >>

Guardian Quiptic 647 Orlando

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This was one of the very much easier Quiptics.  Thanks Orlando, for the double and cryptic definitions and anagrams, and for the absence of obscure words, whether dialect, slang, English or foreign. Definitions are … Read more >>

Guardian Cryptic 25602 Chifonie

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Today continues the lull, more or less, we’ve had so far this week – perhaps leading to a perfect storm tomorrow?  Thanks to Chifonie for an enjoyable puzzle with trim and compact cluing.  (By … Read more >>

Financial Times 13969 Armonie

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A straightforward start to the FT week again (and no glitches too), so thanks to Armonie for an enjoyable crossword.  Definitions are underlined in the clues.  Each picture at the bottom has an … Read more >>

Financial Times 13963 Neo

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The FT Tuesday gremlin struck yesterday, and the puzzle appeared only today, at the same time as today’s puzzle.  I have liked Neo’s puzzles, and this was no exception, it was perhaps a … Read more >>

Financial Times 13963 Neo – The Grid/Clues

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Apologies for the lack of a post. As of now, today’s FT puzzle hasn’t been posted online.  Could I please bother someone to send me a scanned copy at scchua2004@gmail.com  Thank you in advance.   Thanks for … Read more >>

Financial Times 13957 Phssthpok

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Thanks Phssthpok for an enjoyable puzzle with some clever disguises.  Definitions are underlined in the clues. Across 1 What yacht salesman does in parade (8) SHOWBOAT :  [SHOW BOAT](what a yacht salesman does … Read more >>

Guardian Cryptic 25587 Rufus

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The usual from Rufus today, with some enjoyable surfaces.  Thanks Rufus.  Definitions are underlined in the clues.  The picture set at the bottom has an unidentified link with the crossword. Across   1 Two … Read more >>

Financial Times 13951 Peto

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I think Peto is new to the FT.  I was initially anxious, it being somewhat uncharted territory.  However, the puzzle turned out to be quite the usual  FT start to the week, ie. more straightforward than … Read more >>

Guardian Cryptic 25579 Shed

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This balances yesterday’s puzzle, and there should be no similar complaints today (but there are complaints…and there are complaints – and complainants).  A tough one especially the right half.  Though completed, I can’t explain … Read more >>

Financial Times 13945 Armonie

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Like previous Armonies, this one is to warm you up for the rest of the week.  Thanks Armonie.  I especially liked 26A and 5D, the latter with a nice touch of misdirection.  Definitions … Read more >>

Financial Times 13939 Neo

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I’ve enjoyed all of Neo’s puzzles, sometimes with a little doubt about being able to complete.  This is another fine example, and thanks Neo for the enjoyment, and the variety of subjects to … Read more >>

Financial Times 13933 Gurney

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A straightforward, accessible puzzle, I think, thanks to Gurney.  Definitions are underlined in the clues.  Picture set at the bottom has an unidentified link with the crossword. Across 1 Calm and able to move … Read more >>