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Day: 12th March 2019

Times Cryptic 27296

Author   jackktPosted on 12th March 2019 at 2:30 AM10 September 2025Categories Daily Cryptic

I found this rather tricky and needed 47 minutes to complete it, but it was enormously enjoyable with a number of very inventive devices and an inspired cryptic clue at 22ac that made me laugh. As … Read more “Times Cryptic 27296”

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Times Quick Cryptic 1306 by Teazel

Author   ChrisPosted on 12th March 2019 at 1:20 AM10 September 2025Categories Quick Cryptic

I struggled in the top half, so quite quickly dropped down to the bottom where progress was easier. Having built up the base, the two long down clues (3 and 8) then helped with checkers … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic 1306 by Teazel”

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