What’s the best time for an anniversary #CrypticCrossword? 7:45, of course! Out now @ https://tlmb.net/blog/745-cryptic-crossword/ #cryptics ##CrypticCrosswords
#Cryptic #crossword clue formats:
A [Cryptic definition]
or
B [Def1]+[Def2]
or
C [Wordplay]+[Def] (or vice-versa)
C is commonest
Sometimes there's a theme, either i. in* the clues, ii. in* the answers, iii. a mix of both, or iv. between the answers.
*(...some of)
Answers and clue/theme explainers to this #CrypticCrossword are up at (spoilers!) https://tlmb.net/blog/solution-to-745/
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Sample clue:
If, say, you get trapped in grease, she'll save you (9)
No spoilers here, thx!