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Day: 2nd October 2023

Times 28723 – Melts into the sea…..eventually!

Author   vinyl1Posted on 2nd October 2023 at 2:00 AM10 September 2025Categories Daily Cryptic

I was going quickly in this one, and had about 2/3 of it complete in 15 minutes.   Then, as sometimes happens, I came to a complete halt and could not solve another clue for the next 15 minutes.

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Times Quick Cryptic 2495 by Alex – first catch your LOI

Author   KittyPosted on 2nd October 2023 at 1:38 AM10 September 2025Categories Quick Cryptic

Hello all. I liked this puzzle and am struggling to pick out a favourite clue. It took me a little over my average time. I will be interested to see how you found it. Thanks Alex!

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