Big Dave

A delightful puzzle, albeit a tad difficult for a Quiptic. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th Edition. Most of the standard abbreviations used in the wordplay are shown with the … Read more >>

A workmanlike puzzle which, for me, lacked any clues with the “wow” factor. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th Edition. Most of the standard abbreviations used in the wordplay are … Read more >>

I was delighted to see that today’s puzzle was by one of my favourite Quiptic setters, and I wasn’t disappointed.  Just the ticket for new solvers. Most of the definitions given are from … Read more >>

A workmanlike puzzle, lacking, for me, any stand-out clues, but then I’m no fan of improbable Spoonerisms. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th Edition. Most of the standard abbreviations used … Read more >>

With the exception of a handful of clues I didn’t enjoy this puzzle, and thought that some of the complex wordplay was out of place in a Quiptic.  I hope someone can improve … Read more >>

Apart from the overly-creative use of abbreviations this was a very enjoyable puzzle. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th Edition. Most of the standard abbreviations used in the wordplay are … Read more >>

A workmanlike puzzle which should be suitable for new solvers. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th Edition. Most of the standard abbreviations used in the wordplay are shown with the … Read more >>

While this puzzle has a varied selection of types of clue, I was unhappy with a few of them. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th Edition. Most of the standard … Read more >>

Orlando is one of my favourite Quiptic setters and once again he produces a puzzle that is ideal for this slot. Three hidden answers would normally be one too many for a puzzle, … Read more >>

Moley once again hits the right level for a Quiptic, but I found one or two of the clues to be a bit disappointing Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th … Read more >>

A very pleasant puzzle from Pan, just right for a Quiptic. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th Edition. Most of the standard abbreviations used in the wordplay are shown with … Read more >>

My third Nutmeg puzzle in a row!  I must be getting used to her style as I found this one to be fairly easy. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th … Read more >>

Nutmeg always sets an enjoyable puzzle, but like most of her previous puzzles this one is, peerhaps, a liitle too difficult for a Quiptic. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th … Read more >>

I enjoyed this puzzle, but it was a bit tricky for a Quiptic.  According to some of the comments on the Guardian website it is more challenging than today’s Rufus. Most of the … Read more >>

Another good Quiptic from Pan. Most of the definitions given are from Chambers 12th Edition. Most of the standard abbreviations used in the wordplay are shown with the unused letters in brackets e.g. … Read more >>