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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 1d

Very kind of you! 😀

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 2d

I feel better about only managing to solve 4 clues now 😀

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 4d

Yes, typo above, it was partially

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 4d

I had the following at 1a in my most recent Indy puzzle, which is only a small step from using the same construction!

Hamburgers? Hunger management only partial succeeded (7)

Back from Italy now btw! 🇬🇧

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 4d

I didn’t read anything into the dash; there’s no need to indicate the hyphen - it’s part of the enumeration. Maybe it’s slightly unsatisfying but in principle it’s ok from my point of view …

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 4d

Why do you think it doesn’t work?

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 5d

Congratulations!!! Fantastic achievement. Will look forward to giving it a go 👍

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William Snow @willsnow8.bsky.social · 9d

Today’s cryptic crossword in the Independent is awful, but hopefully you’ll like it.

Sample clue:
In high spirits, Gary Lineker finally comes out (3)

Solve it FOR FREE at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent

The Independent's Cryptic Crossword | Play Online for Free | Independent

Play The Independent's Cryptic Crossword instantly online. The Independent's Cryptic Crossword is a fun and engaging Online game from The Independent. Play it and other games from The Independent.

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 12d

It seems that I have quite a large family in northern Italy

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 15d

More plausible if the clues for 20 & 11 were both reversals?

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William Snow @willsnow8.bsky.social · 15d

I set today’s cryptic crossword in the FT.

Sample clue:
Turn, turn … I’m turning left twice (8)

You can solve it FOR FREE
- at ft.com/crosswordapp
- by printing it at ft.com/crossword

FT

The latest UK and international business, finance, economic and political news, comment and analysis from the Financial Times optimised for your device on app.ft.com.

ft.com

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 15d

Subtly downgrade a band:

Half man, half wafer

CrypticBlah @crypticblah.bsky.social · 16d

Subtly downgrade a band:

The eccentic continent of Galahad Tan

maybe not so subtle either?

Steve B @stevebasnett.bsky.social · 16d

Subtly downgrade a band:

Primal Whisper

- still not subtle enough, Steve.

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amoebacrosswords.bsky.social @amoebacrosswords.bsky.social · 16d

I'm back in the Indy today, with clues like:

Mouthy art student is trying, to an extent (9)

Solve for free here - I hope you enjoy it!

puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 19d

Not just me then?! Top notch, though, despite my struggles

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 22d

Thanks Rach. How’s it gone?

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 22d

I remember feeling a strange mix of pride and loss. The former remains and the latter gradually subsides. Best of luck to T 👍

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 22d

It’s my puzzle in the Independent today. (Wot, no Phi? He’s back tomorrow). Clues include:

Wet and cold, perhaps, one covers up at home (6)

Strong birds? Turkeys and geese to name two (5)

Security protecting Harris finally leaves (5)

#cryptic #crossword

puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

The Independent's Cryptic Crossword | Play Online for Free | Independent

Play The Independent's Cryptic Crossword instantly online. The Independent's Cryptic Crossword is a fun and engaging Online game from The Independent. Play it and other games from The Independent.

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 28d

Jolly good childish nonsense it was too! Lots of belters incl. 14a, 1d, 4d, 7d and 18d

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 29d

Congrats!

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · Sep 11

Personally, not keen. I think it borders on unfair by going against convention and hence solvers’ expectations

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · Sep 9

I know. I’ve been looking forward to reading about everyone’s struggles with @adamleepotter.bsky.social’s puzzle 😂

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · Sep 9

Delighted to be featured in the first edition!

Unch @unchcrosswords.com · Sep 9

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Visit: unchcrosswords.com#shop

a man in a suit and tie is saying oh my god okay it 's happening .

Alt: Michael Scott (US Office) saying oh my god okay it's happening .

media.tenor.com

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ALP @adamleepotter.bsky.social · Sep 9

Chuffed and amazed to be back in the Indy as Magus @ puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent *hides behind sofa*
Hide from Jersey Boy’s Brothers? (8)
Nick Knowles’s ultimate essential? (5)
Ben & Jerry’s ice cream opened by bird (9)

The Independent's Cryptic Crossword | Play Online for Free | Independent

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · Sep 7

🤞

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Raider @mycrossword.co.uk · Sep 7

Don't forget to vote

Raider @mycrossword.co.uk · Sep 1

🏆 Clue contest No 33 🏆

Submit your best cryptic clue for PENCIL CASE using the link below.

www.mycrossword.co.uk/contests/33

Clue contest No 33 · MyCrossword

Clue contest No 33 hosted by widdersbel is now OPEN on MyCrossword. Submit your best cryptic clue for PENCIL CASE. Published Mon 1 Sep 2025. Free to enter online.

www.mycrossword.co.uk

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