Everyman 3,816

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The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/everyman/3816. Everyman is mostly on a back-to-basics kick this week, although there is the &lit clue at 9A NERVOUS TIC, where the entire clue doubles as definition … Read more >>

Enigmatic Variations No.1410 – G&T by Xanthippe

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“In G&T, clues are given in two groups headed by the two numbered wordplay-only clues. Within each group, the clues are given in the normal order and either the clue (starred), or answer, requires thematic treatment, always involving a single letter. All answers and entries are real words, numbers in brackets refer to entry lengths. Solvers must highlight 11 letters in the completed grid and write two thematic words (10, 8) under the grid. Chambers Dictionary (2016) is recommended.”

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Independent 10,343 by Phi

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Not quite the pleasant solving experience one is used to with Phi, but good nevertheless. Perhaps my lack of enthusiasm is because I found it rather difficult.  Help needed please on 26ac. Definitions … Read more >>

Financial Times 16,341 by JULIUS

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Interesting and absorbing to both solve and blog. One clue I can’t explain, so any help appreciated. Thanks Julius.   ACROSS 1 BALLROOM DANCING Strictly speaking, FT when not abbreviated? (8,7) I can’t … Read more >>

Guardian Cryptic 27,995 by Philistine

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The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/27995. I found this a most enjoyable crossword – witty, inventive, and challenging enough without being too difficult. It has been a while since I last blogged … Read more >>

Inquisitor 1622: by Phi

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  Invisible Ink by Phi Preamble: Spoiler: highlight the whitespace before the compiler’s name (above) to see the puzzle’s title. Well! What’s that all about? I’ve often wondered if we could ever have … Read more >>