More remarkable, though less well done (5)
There are crossword clues, and then there arecrossword clues. The ones that stop you in your tracks, not out of frustration, but out of sheer...
Tag: Metro Cryptic
Puts grease on family as protective coat (7)
There’s a unique thrill that washes over every dedicated solver when a particularly clever crossword clue lands in their lap. It’s not about the easy...
Silently, cattily, waywardly (7)
Some crossword clues present themselves as elegant puzzles, a single word pointing directly to its counterpart. Others, however, are tricksters, weaving together a tapestry of...
Neither before nor after, nevertheless (2,3,4,4)
Every seasoned crossword solver knows the thrill – and occasional agony – of encountering a truly brilliant, yet maddeningly elusive, crossword clue. It’s that moment...
Solitary pop recording (6)
The daily ritual of facing a fresh crossword grid presents an endless array of linguistic delights and mental gymnastics. Some days, the answers leap off...
Landowners have information on test (6)
What a wonderfully intriguing crossword clue we have today: “Landowners have information on test (6)“. This isn’t just a simple puzzle; it’s a miniature linguistic...
Respect Penny and the others, eg one returning (8)
Well hello there, fellow wordplay enthusiasts! This week, the cryptic crossword clue that truly sparked my ‘aha!’ moment – and a fair bit of head-scratching...
A large amount in heap I left (4)
The profound satisfaction of unraveling a meticulously crafted crossword clue is a sensation familiar to anyone who delves into the daily crossword puzzle. It’s a...
Craft exhibited by circle in club (4)
The thrill of deciphering a challenging crossword clue is a feeling familiar to any puzzle enthusiast. It’s that moment when a seemingly simple string of...
Reportedly leaves puddings (8)
Ever found yourself staring at a particularly perplexing crossword clue, convinced it’s written in an alien language? You’re not alone. The joy of cryptic crosswords...