Never knowingly undersolved
We both really like these alphabetical jigsaw (which I remember someone on this site referring to as “Araubeticals” since they were such a speciality of Araucaria). This is an excellent one from Paul. … Read more >>
A slow, tricky solve today, with the right side of the grid giving me most trouble. Haven’t been able to spot a theme. Favourites were 1ac, 18ac, 26ac, and 3dn. Thanks to Tramp
Wire takes over from Phi this Friday with an enjoyable puzzle to end the week.
A solid workout from BRADMAN this Friday morning. Was able to keep chipping away at it until everything fell in place. Thanks Don.
Serpent has set this Thursday’s cruciverbal challenge. I found this to be a medium-difficulty puzzle, which it has taken quite some time to parse and blog. I am still not sure whether “argument” … Read more >>
An excellent puzzle from Redshank in this morning’s FT.
I enjoyed this – after slow progress at first it gradually revealed its secrets in a very satisfying way. Thanks to Paul. With BAMBOOZLE, BANJOIST and ZITHERS in top NW corner I thought … Read more >>
Prize puzzle from the Weekend FT of June 29, 2019
The usual entertaining puzzle from Julius. I always enjoy getting one of his to blog. Thank you Julius.
Eccles has provided a good Wednesday puzzle today There is one clue where I have struggled with the definition and that is at 20 down. I am confident of REMOVE … Read more >>
A toughie from Imogen this morning, but ultimately rewarding if you stick with it.
Apart from my criticisms, which are detailed in the blog, Knut has given us his usual pleasant crossword.
Definitions underlined, in maroon. Anagram indicators in italics.
Chalicea’s name appears often as an Inquisitor setter. I last blogged one of her puzzles in March this year. The preamble was short (in line with the title; Terse) and stated: … Read more >>
A brisk Tuesday solve. No complaints, rock-solid, all the usual crossword devices well set and overcome.
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/27868.