Cryptic Stuff

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While it was done some years ago I see, I thought I would try a cryptic crossword-like thread for fun and to try and boost a little more interest here. I made up the below question for anyone interested in such a challenge. I thought the first person to get it correct might come up with the next question. A clue though - if you copy one from a newspaper or magazine etc., the answer can often be found on the internet. I can explain the answer for anyone who asks. 🙂

The prisoner at the cave would not stand for the electrically charged droplets of water.

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[countessalmirena]

reconcile?

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Not it countess.

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Apparently, in fact the buzz will bring us close.

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Apparently, in fact the buzz will bring us close.

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[twyngwyn]

neighbour?

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You have it twyngwyn.

[twyngwyn]

quickie:

chuck it out - the craft's not off (8)

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Jettison........?

[twyngwyn]

back to you, nfs

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I hear hurried in reverse trimmers was self-centered.

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