Once again the Saturday puzzle was soothingly straightforward by comparison with the day before.
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Times Cryptic 29442 – Sat, 17 Jan 2026. Thank God it’s not Friday!
Another soothing Saturday, nicely to my taste.
Times Cryptic 29436 – Sat, 10 Jan 2026. Cryptically speaking
There were more than the usual number of cryptic definitions in this one. I loved the reference to Louis XIV.
Times Cryptic 29430 – Sat, 3 Jan 2026. New year, new test
I found this harder than the run of Saturdays recently. Not much that experienced solvers won’t have met before, but you’ll need to have thought about it! Thanks, setter. How did you all do? Note … Read more “Times Cryptic 29430 – Sat, 3 Jan 2026. New year, new test”
Times Cryptic 29424 – Sat, 27 December 2025. Twixtmas treat.
I found this a par Saturday crossword, very suitable for the holiday season. The musical theme at 3ac is a delight!
Times Cryptic 29418 – Sat, 20 December 2025. Life’s a beach.
Here in Australia, the period around Christmas and New Year is for lazing in the sun. This puzzle was perfectly suited to that lifestyle!
Times Cryptic 29412 – Sat, 13 December 2025. Almost easy!
If I could explain the “mystery” clue, this puzzle would be par for a Saturday!
Times Cryptic 29406 – Sat, 6 December 2025. All shipshape.
This was a par Saturday puzzle. It was all solvable, although not everything was smooth sailing.
Times Cryptic 29400 – Sat, 29 November 2025. TGI(not)F.
Another Saturday that contrasted nicely with the Fierce Friday on the day before.
Times Cryptic 29394 – Sat, 22 November 2025. Roses are red …
Smurfs are blue. I was sunny – a Saturday of my favourite kind.