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.

(12 letters)

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[janeababe]

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@not_for_sale wrote:

This mama was like a gardener who made dough from her many roots.

(7 letters)

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Madonna 

[not_for_sale]

No it's not Madonna. Though she kinda fits LOL.

[janeababe]

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@not_for_sale wrote:

No it's not Madonna. Though she kinda fits LOL.

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Hahaha.... I read the clue out to my husband and he said Madonna made her way to the top that way! (Apparently lol ) 😂😂😂😂

...so I told him I’d try it for the answer. Lol. 

[twyngwyn]

cassava

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Yes twyngwyn.

This mama was like a gardener who made dough from her many roots.

(7 letters)

This mama - Cass

was like a gardener - ava gardner

who made dough from her many roots...

Cassava

"A tropical root which is used to make tapioca and bread dough."

[twyngwyn]

I am incensed to partially hear the murmur  (1 word, 5 letters)

[domino-710]

Lotus ??

[twyngwyn]

no, sorry

[domino-710]

Now I'm beyond mad. 🤣