Cryptic Stuff

[not_for_sale2025]

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)

[countessalmirena]

Yes, and not so coincidentally I’m listening to some Beethoven symphonies at the moment.

Famous fifth of that guy was pressing in spite of 8th May (9)

WORDPLAY

was [charade: been]
pressing [containment indicator]
in spite of [charade: tho’]
8th May [charade: VE]
-> BEEthov+veN

WHOLE DEFINITION

Famous fifth of that guy = Beethoven

Over to you, nfs.

[not_for_sale2025]

Apparently, the magician made Elle disappear and was nothing but unstoppable.

(10 letters)