on 10-05-2021 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. 🙂
The prisoner at the cave would not stand for the electrically charged droplets of water.
(12 letters)
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on 11-04-2025 05:53 PM
Not court.
“Player picks outlaw head” – justice officer (5)
_a___
on 11-04-2025 06:15 PM
Tarot.....
on 11-04-2025 06:45 PM
No, tarot isn’t it.
“Player picks outlaw head” – justice officer (5)
_a___
I don’t think I can give away any more letters, other than to say there is an “n” included.
The wordplay includes a charade and letter selection.
on 11-04-2025 08:30 PM
Baton.....
on 11-04-2025 08:42 PM
No, baton isn’t it.
“Player picks outlaw head” – justice officer (5)
_a___
There is an “n” included.
The wordplay includes a charade and letter selection.
It can truly be said that two heads are better than one.
on 11-04-2025 09:10 PM
Banjo.....
on 11-04-2025 09:15 PM
Yes.
“Player picks outlaw head” – justice officer (5)
The wordplay:
outlaw [charade -> ban]
head [select initial letters] justice officer -> J.O.
=> ban+JO
WHOLE DEFINITION
player picks = banjo
You’re up, nfs.
on 12-04-2025 11:17 AM
Between a little energy, the police member might grab your attention.
(11 letters)
on 12-04-2025 01:42 PM
Between a little energy, the police member might grab your attention.
(11 letters)
_ _ _ e _ _ _ _ i _ _
on 12-04-2025 04:13 PM
Interesting?