on โ10-05-2021 01:54 PM
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. ๐
The prisoner at the cave would not stand for the electrically charged droplets of water.
(12 letters)
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on โ16-04-2022 10:33 AM
over to you, countess
on โ16-04-2022 11:11 AM
Thank you.
Enchantress, hear the gentleman take note (5)
on โ16-04-2022 12:44 PM
siren
on โ16-04-2022 01:16 PM
Not a bad guess at all... but it's not the answer.
You're on the right track with the start, though.
on โ16-04-2022 01:23 PM
Circe
on โ16-04-2022 01:58 PM
You've got it, nfs.
Enchantress, hear the gentleman take note (5)
DEFINITION
Enchantress = Circe
WORDPLAY
hear [indicator:homophone]
the gentleman [charade] sir + take note [charade] see
sir+see (sounds like) Circe
Over to you.
on โ16-04-2022 02:15 PM
The schemer heard a ruler was included.
(8 letters)
on โ16-04-2022 03:03 PM
Rasputin?
on โ16-04-2022 03:20 PM
Sorry, no twyngwyn, but great answer.
on โ16-04-2022 04:00 PM
Apollyon