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)

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deodand … ???

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Sorry no countess.

Within my godly duty existed a clash that was constantly difficult.

(7 letters)

_ r o _ a _ _

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Ah. Froward

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Yes countess.

Within my godly duty existed a clash that was constantly difficult.

(7 letters)

Within - containment indicator

my godly duty - Fard (In Islam is a religious duty commanded by God)

existed a clash - row

Within my godly duty existed a clash - Froward

that was constantly difficult - Froward (Wilful, disobedient and difficult to deal with)

Froward

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Its mounting clad in niche lacks warmth (7)

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Osmosis...

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No, not osmosis.

Its mounting clad in niche lacks warmth (7)

_ o _ _ _ _ _

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Dormice...

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There are no dormice in this cryptic clue. (And no Mad Hatters!)

Its mounting clad in niche lacks warmth (7)

_ o _ _ i _ _

There’s a reversal indicator, an insertion indicator, a charade…

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Costing...