Cryptic Stuff

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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]

Strike down human resources restricting self-identification (6)

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Rhesus......

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Not rhesus.

Strike down human resources restricting self-identification (6)

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Lather.....

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I’m sorry - not lather. 🛁🧼🫧🚫

Strike down human resources restricting self-identification (6)

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There’s a container indicator there.

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Hammer....

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Yes - you have it.

Strike down human resources restricting self-identification (6)

WORDPLAY

human resources [acronym] HR

restricting [container indicator]

self-identification [charade] => am me

   -> Ham+meR

WHOLE DEFINITION

strike down = hammer

Over to you, nfs.

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Take the heartfelt to an opera.

(8 letters)

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Take the heartfelt to an opera.

(8 letters)

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Take the heartfelt to an opera.

(8 letters)

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