Never knowingly undersolved
A very tough puzzle this week: Paul on top form! Has somebody bought Paul a dictionary of (outdated) slang? Quite a few examples (heavens to Betsy, my hat, beano and of course, “him … Read more >>
A tough challenge from WANDERER today.
Rather unusually Hob is occupying the Friday slot this week, not Phi. But there is a good reason for what at first seems like a scheduling hiccup. Today is the 200th anniversary of … Read more >>
This was a bit of a slog. Thanks (I think) to Boatman. Definitions are underlined in the clues. Across 1 Boatman catches a crab — strangely shocking (7) MACABRE : ME(Boatman, the setter, … Read more >>
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Maize provides the Thursday challenge. There is a very clear theme in the entries today – indeed it would almost be easier to list the entries that don’t form part … Read more >>
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/28031. Not too difficult, with some amusing clues, but I do not know what to make of 22D JAMMY. Any suggestions welcome. ACROSS 1 SUBATOMIC Very tiny … Read more >>
Prize puzzle from the Weekend FT of January 4, 2020
It’s been a while since I’ve known in advance that I am going to be blogging a daily cryptic, so this makes a change from a last minute rush to cover for someone … Read more >>
Paul moves to the midweek slot today. A fairly typical medley of clues, I think: some good [10,7, 22, 23, 26,2ac, 13dn], some quirky [11ac, 6dn] some bland [15 and 20ac, 21 and … Read more >>
On the easier end of the FT spectrum without sacrificing the enjoyment. Thank you Jason. ACROSS 1 PENCIL CASE Nice place’s arranged wherein writers are found (6,4) anagram (arranged) of NICE PLACE’S … Read more >>
At the time of writing, it looks to me like Ifor will be at or near the top of the last year’s Inquisitor ranking. Preamble: Each across clue is actually three clues … Read more >>
It’s Tuesday – theme day – and a Knut to blog – what more could we ask for? Answer – nothing! A really enjoyable solve with a theme that revealed itself gently as … Read more >>
A brisk solve, clearly clued.
A very nice mix of clues – 4ac, 8ac, 10ac, 24ac, 1dn, and 9dn were particular favourites. Thanks to Tramp