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)

[twyngwyn]

over to you, nfs

[not_for_sale2025]

Easy one.

Clue:

Sounds like the disguise consumed them all. Heads up to this Perfectly Honorable Director.

(9 letters)

[twyngwyn]

doctorate?

[not_for_sale2025]

Yes twyngwyn. 

Tis back to you.

[twyngwyn]

quickie:

shake the dirt off backwards - it's frightening! (1 word, 10 letters)

[countessalmirena]

... earthquake?

[twyngwyn]

over to you, countess

[countessalmirena]

Thank you.

On air it’s a mystical s/f power to separate   (7)

[twyngwyn]

I think we need a clue or two??

[countessalmirena]

It starts with an indicator.

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