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 โ28-09-2025 12:25 PM
Itโs rumoured somewhat that putting his back into it makes him long-faced and dealing with termites (8)
(Another meniscal tear in left knee - want to take my mind off it.)
on โ28-09-2025 01:25 PM
Approachโฆ.?
on โ28-09-2025 03:18 PM
No, not approach.
Itโs rumoured somewhat that putting his back into it makes him long-faced and dealing with termites (8)
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on โ28-09-2025 03:52 PM
Aardvark...
on โ28-09-2025 05:11 PM
Yes, aardvark it is.
Itโs rumoured somewhat that putting his back into it makes him long-faced and dealing with termites (8)
WORDPLAY
itโs rumoured [homophone indicator]
somewhat -> modifier indicating that the homophone isnโt exact
putting his back into it [charade] hard work
(sounds like] aardvark (esp. if you put on an Eastern European accent)
WHOLE DEFINITION
long-faced and dealing with termites = aardvark
Over to you, nfs.
on โ28-09-2025 05:33 PM
Apparently, the crest had protection, but there was a twist.
(8 letters)
on โ29-09-2025 10:24 AM
Hint:
After re-checking, I realised the answer is a Latin word. I can post a different clue if you'd prefer?
Apparently, the crest had protection, but there was a twist.
(8 letters)
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on โ29-09-2025 12:15 PM
Torquereโฆ.?
on โ29-09-2025 12:37 PM
Yes twyngwyn.
on โ29-09-2025 12:40 PM
killed great deal (4)