Cryptic Stuff

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. ๐Ÿ™‚

 

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

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Go Twyn.

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quickie:

 

the operator included the tango in her search for the mother of delicacies (1 word, 8 letters)

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tangelos?

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no, sorry

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Scallops. ??

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no, but getting warmer

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Sturgeon

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YES!!

 

the operator included the tango in her search for the mother of delicacies (1 word, 8 letters)

 

the operator = surgeon

Tango = t

the mother (female fish)

the mother of delicacies = caviar

Caviar are sturgeon roe/eggs

 

over to you she_el ๐Ÿ™‚

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To revoke your decision just ring the bell again.

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1 word 6 letters

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