Crossword Puzzles - An amiable gathering of word-type people trying to solve word puzzles together. Hosted by HeatherN
Please read the Discussion Board Rules before participating in the discussion boards. A board to solve crosswords - both cryptic and straight, UK style grids. Crosswords will be solved clue-by-clue, with the solver choosing which clue comes next. There is a mixture of themed crosswords of different sizes. If you have any suggestions for any themed crosswords you would like to solve, please post on the board or send a message to HeatherN who will compile all the crosswords. Crossword tokens will be awarded to the top three solvers for each crossword. The solvers are to be recorded on a "Solvers' tally" for each crossword." Bonus Mystery Words![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
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![]() This is the only token awarded on this board for the Valentine contests. (unknown photo)Participating boards.(#5464508) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 04.02.23
Posted by HeatherN on 4 Feb 2023 at 10:07AM Well spotted, Jools. I normally cut and paste. I must have copied and pasted by mistake on that occasion. It will certainly not be on this list next time!
(#5464329) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 04.02.23
Posted by Jools on 3 Feb 2023 at 11:55PM Cue 5 - 5D - MOA Also clue 10 has already been solved so needs removing from the list (#5464292) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 04.02.23
(#5464291) Re: Fictional Names Clue 21D
Posted by HeatherN on 3 Feb 2023 at 6:16PM Air is correct. 1D will follow, and you will be added to the tally ![]() (#5464290) Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 04.02.23
Posted by HeatherN on 3 Feb 2023 at 6:16PM ![]() You may now post again Clues 1. A number of territories or companies under the rule or ownership of one individual or organisation 3. Confusion 5. Extinct flightless New Zealand bird 8. Goal 10. Last section of the small intestine 11. Low droning sound 12. Maxi, midi or mini for example 13. Mischief-making mythological beings 15. On fire 18. Songs of praise 19. Sweet potato 20. Traditional farmhouse in Provence Solved 2. Arm or leg Straycat 16A 6. Flightless Australian bird Jools 20D 7. Foe { Player: elephant551 } 20A 19. Sweet potato RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 6A 14. Mr’s partner Jools 23A 21. Unborn developing animals Dragon Jr 13D 23. Work-out venue Straycat 3D 16. Panic RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 4A 22. Unit of electrical current RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 4A 17. Polite or formal way to address a woman Straycat 3D 10. Last section of the small intestine Jools 20D 9. Gym shoes Jools 8A 4. Dictum RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 7A Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the M’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of M's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, lumping. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5464282) Re: Fictional Names Clue 21D
(#5464276) Fictional Names Clue 21D
Posted by HeatherN on 3 Feb 2023 at 5:16PM 21 Down: Queen of the ___, work by John Ruskin about the mythological Greek goddess, Athena (3) Solvers’ Tally Dragon Jr 4A (1) Jools 10D, 3D, 12D, 9A, 25A, 13A (6) marcmandy 20A (1) Straycat 4D (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 11D, 28D, 16A, 1A, 6D, 15D (6) Information In this crossword all the answers are fictional names (from books, TV shows, movies, video games.. etc). If the character has two names I will usually give the other name with a ______________, before or after depending on whether the answer is the first name or the second name, followed by the number of letters in brackets. I will also give some additional information as in the above clue. If the character only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. I have given you probably the easiest clue of all to start with. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5464274) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 25A
Posted by HeatherN on 3 Feb 2023 at 5:12PM Spurn Point is correct - 7D will follow. You will be added to the tally
(#5462705) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 25A
Posted by Jools on 29 Jan 2023 at 9:58PM SPURN POINT also known as Spurn Spit or Head, but that doesn't fit ![]() Next 7D please (#5462670) Re: Medical Clue 3D
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Jan 2023 at 6:18PM Correct - 16D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5462669) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 28.01.23
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Jan 2023 at 6:17PM You are both correct - Please no more posts until updated grid appears
(#5462668) Re: Goldies 2 12D
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Jan 2023 at 6:15PM Run is correct. Crossword complete - the winners will be announced in due course when the completed grid is posted (but I think we know who the three winners are ![]() You will be added to the tally. (#5462666) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 16D
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Jan 2023 at 6:12PM Lightfoot is correct - 15A will follow, and you will be added to the tally
(#5462665) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 5A
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Jan 2023 at 6:11PM Checks is correct - 9A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5462662) Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 25A
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Jan 2023 at 6:07PM ![]() (Chosen at random) Clue ??? and 25 Across: Yorkshire (England) nature reserve consisting of a 3.5 mile sandy spit extending into the Humber estuary. Since storm of 2013, is England's newest island as is now inaccessible on foot at high tide. (5,5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 11A&15D; 27A&1D (2) Straycat 5A&1A (1) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, blue, green and grey. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be completed simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5462126) Re: Films Clue 2D
(#5462125) Re: Medical Clue 3D
(#5462124) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 16D
(#5462075) Re: Goldies 2 12D
(#5462068) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 28.01.23
(#5462067) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 5A
(#5461934) Sentence Chain 2 Clue 5A
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 6:49PM ![]() 5 Across: You need to have regular ______ at the dentist to keep your *teeth in good order (6)* Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1A, 6A (2) Withacee 4D (1) Jools 1D, 2D (2) ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule. See explanation above. Failure to wait four hours between posts will result in your tally point being disallowed, but your answer will be entered if correct This crossword will form a chain. i.e., I will compose a sentence which will include the last solved clue plus the new clue – the new clue will be written as a ___________ blank line to indicate the missing word from the sentence (which will be the solution). As I will have no idea which clue the solvers are going to request, it may be a bit of a challenge (for me) to construct a sentence containing both words!No mystery words in this crossword as it is 11 X 11 A Solvers’ tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will be awarded Crossword Tokens Please could solvers indicate which clue they would like next (#5461933) Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 16D
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 6:39PM ![]() "Where'er he go, where'er he stray, May Heaven be his warden; Return him safe to fair Strathspey, And bonie Castle-??????." From "A Young Highland Rover" by Robert Burns (in celebration of Burns Night which was on Wednesday) 16 Down: ??????/--------- (9) (Name - Canadian singer-songwriter. Can't believe he's now 84 years old) Solvers’ tally Jools 5D, 20D, 1A, 1D, 33A, 18D, 24A, 30A, 32D, 37A, 37D, 22A, 23D, 25D (14) Straycat 17A , 45A, 3D, 11A (4) Information Please observe the four-hour rule - see top of board for info Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5461919) Goldies 2 12D
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 6:11PM ![]() The final clue! ![]() 12 Down: ![]() Solvers’ Tally Jools 9A, 17A. 11D, 1A , 6A, 1D, 21A (7) eliphont551 13A, 16D, 14D, 20A, 13D, 7A, 3D (7)RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 2D, 18A, 5D, 4D, 15D, 10D, 4A (7) marcmandy 8D (1) Withacee 19D (1) Basic rules ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5461917) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 28.01.23
(#5461916) Story Crossword Updated Grid 28.01.23
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 5:50PM ![]() You may now post again! This puzzle is exempt from the four-hour rule Please see above the updated grid with the solved answers entered. The updated story with the solved words included is below, followed by the instructions. Solvers’ Tally Dragon Jr 16A, 12A, 1A (3) Withacee 13D (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D, 18A, 12D, 14A (4) Jools 15D, 5D, 2D (3) eliphont551 7D (1) Straycat 8A, 6A, 9D (3) Hello Mum by HeatherN Here I am in the heart of the lovely Yorkshire countryside, in the special place where we spent many happy times as children. Yes, Mum. I am 10 Across the 4 Across where we stopped to have our picnics, and that is just what I am going to do now. I am going to sit by the river where we used to feed the ducks, after we had finished eating. I remember saying that I thought one of them was reminiscent of a 13 Across. I had been reading Alice in Wonderland and had just read about the caucus race that this strange bird in the book had organised. I can see the large 19 Across ahead where we used to sit to eat. I have brought a blanket to sit on as I don’t want to get my dress *dirty*. I know it is now an old dress, but you bought me it for my 50th birthday, and I always wear it on my birthday, and on your birthday. I remember you saying how beautiful I look wearing it – a lovely compliment, and good for my ego. Happy birthday, Mum. I am now sitting on one of the large 19 Across. I have brought a cheese and 14 Down sandwich and a flask of coffee to wash it down. Oh no! There’s an unwanted visitor, I think it’s a hornet, as it’s bigger and fatter than an ordinary wasp, and a bit scarier! I swat at it frantically with the magazine I have in my backpack, but it persistently buzzes around, so I’m going to give up and move on. I carelessly throw it a chunk of my sandwich, put the rest of it safely in my backpack and get up. The hornet, having disturbed my peace, makes me want to move on and take a detour from my planned destination, which was going to be by the riverside, at the edge of the water. I hesitate before crossing the bridge over the river to begin the 4 Down up Buttercup Hill. I am glad I have my inhaler in my bag as I get out of breath going up hills. Well, here I am at last, Mum. Thank you, hornet, for bringing me up here. It was worth the climb. The view is breathtaking. 11 Down I can see is fields, trees and the river - no people, cars or houses. I am feeling sad, 17 Down happy that I can release you in your favourite place. You will own this hill, Mum. You will own this view. I am shaking and my heart is pounding as I take the 3 Down from my backpack. I prise open the lid and take a handful of your ashes into my hand. I unfurl my fist and let the breeze take you. Fly free, Mum. Fly free, my sweet, gentle mother. Instructions This crossword consists of a story with missing words which fit into the crossword grid. You need to work out what the missing words are. which are replaced with the clue number they represent on the grid. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5461912) Medical Clue 3D
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 5:28PM ![]() 3 Down: German physician and biochemist who won the Nobel Prize for Medicine or Physiology in 1922 (8) Please observe the four-hour rule or you will lose a point on the tally Solvers’ Tally *RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 15D, 20A (2)* *Straycat 15A (1)* *Jools 25A, 31A, 28A (3)* Information ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5461910) Re: Numerical Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 5:05PM That's correct - 24A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5461909) Films Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 5:03PM ![]() 2 Down: Faxon, one of the three co-writers of "The Descentants" for which they each won an Academy Award in 2012 (3) Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 14A, 15D, 13D, 1D, 21A, 3D (6) Jools 1A (1) Information Please observe the four-hour rule – see info at top of board The mystery bonus words all have *5 letters, and the colours are turquoise, green and beige. Please see the information at the top of the board for details about how mystery bonus words work.* This is a puzzle with a movie theme – all the answers will be movie titles, film stars or directors from all eras. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5461908) Re: Numerical Clue 2D
(#5461903) Numerical Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 4:50PM ![]() As Straycat did not pick a clue, I have randomly picked one myself. Please try to remember to pick a clue each time, when the instructions request this. Number of days in a leap year ** number of weeks in a year (5)* Solvers’ Tally Jools 8D, 1A (2) Straycat 9A (1) Instructions In this crossword the answers are all numerical rather than alphabetical (hence the name) ![]() ![]() *+* (plus) *-* (minus) *** (times or multiplied by) / (division), using jiggle characters to make them stand out. Unfortunately, there is no jiggle character for division, so I might also write “divided by” in full to clarify. ::All answers must be given as digits (i.e. 38 not thirty-eight) ![]() ::A Solvers’ Tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win Crossword tokens! Please observe the four-hour rule (#5461896) Re: Names 2 Clue 15A
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Jan 2023 at 4:22PM Eva is correct - I can't believe it only took you three minutes from me posting to answer! 5D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5461609) Re: Names 2 Clue 15A
(#5461608) Names 2 Clue 15A
Posted by HeatherN on 26 Jan 2023 at 5:36PM ![]() 15 Across: ___ Braun, Hitler's long-term companion, and wife for 40 hours before they both committed suicide (3) Solvers’ Tally
Please observe the four-hour rule – see message at the top of the board ![]() ![]() If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5459919) Re: Food and Drink Clue 21D
Posted by HeatherN on 21 Jan 2023 at 6:38AM Yes indeed. 10D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5459917) Re: Names Clue 26A
Posted by HeatherN on 21 Jan 2023 at 6:36AM Rob is correct. 1A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5459891) Re: Names Clue 26A
(#5459879) Re: Food and Drink Clue 21D
(#5459786) Food and Drink Clue 21D
Posted by HeatherN on 20 Jan 2023 at 6:06PM ![]() 21 Down: Food that is spicy or straight out of the oven could be described thus (3) A puzzle with food and drink as the theme. Please observe the four-hour rule Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A, 16A, 16D, 30A, 2D, 9A (6) Dragon Jr 3D (1) Straycat 8A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 20A, 25A, 26D, 1D, 5D, 12A, 17D, 13D, 32D, 11D (10) Clem3610 4D (1) ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5459785) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 10A
Posted by HeatherN on 20 Jan 2023 at 5:55PM Correct - you will be added to the tally, and 28A will follow!
(#5459784) Names Clue 26A
Posted by HeatherN on 20 Jan 2023 at 5:54PM ![]() 26 Across: ___ Brydon, Welsh actor/comedian/impressionist/singer/writer (3) Solvers’ Tally Jools 4D, 29A, Yellow bonus word (Lucy), 32A, 5D, 10A (6) macBruck 9A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 16A, 28A, 20D, 19D, 11A, 18D, 23A, 24D, 8A, 5A, 2D (11) Information Please observe the four-hour rule (see top of board) ![]() This is the first crossword to incorporate the Bonus Feature. Please see the information regarding Bonus Mystery Words at the top of the board. In this crossword all the answers are famous people. If the person has two names I will usually give the other name with a ______________, before or after depending on whether the answer is the first name or the second name, followed by the number of letters in brackets. I will also give some additional information as in the above clue. If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5459776) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 10A
(#5459769) Re: Move Over Clue 18D
Posted by HeatherN on 20 Jan 2023 at 4:52PM That's correct. 18A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5459767) Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 10A
Posted by HeatherN on 20 Jan 2023 at 4:50PM ![]() "It is a piece of meat Carried by a burglar To distract a ????????." From "How to Psalmodize" by Charles Simic 10 Across: Synonym (9) Solvers’ Tally Jools 5D, 13A, 22A (3) Straycat 1D (1) Information Please observe the four-hour rule - see top of board for info The three mystery bonus words in this puzzle all have seven letters, and the colours are pink, blue and grey Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5458829) Re: Move Over Clue 18D
(#5458779) Re: Pictures 2 Clue 4D
Posted by HeatherN on 17 Jan 2023 at 5:01PM Eel is correct. 21D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5458778) Re: Pictures 2 Clue 4D
(#5458775) Pictures 2 Clue 4D
Posted by HeatherN on 17 Jan 2023 at 4:51PM ![]() 4 Down (3): ![]() Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 23A, 17D, 18D, 1D, 2D, 6A (6) Jools 15A, 5D, 1A, 3D (3) Instructions Please observe the four-hour rule which can be seen at the top of the board This puzzle works exactly as it says on the tin. Each clue is a picture representing the word. I will simply post a picture for each clue, and the clue number and the number of letters in the word will be underneath the picture. Some will be very easy, and some slightly more difficult. When you post your reply, please say which clue you would like next. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will all win crossword tokens. (#5458771) Move Over Clue 18D
Posted by HeatherN on 17 Jan 2023 at 4:38PM ![]() 18 Down: Be of the same opinion (A replaced by T) (5) Solvers’ Tally Withacee 21A, 17D, 23A (3) Jools 15A, 16D, 22A (3) Instructions: ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Across: Type of opinion poll (V replaced by T) (6) I have put in brackets that the letter V is to be replaced by the letter T. If you worked out correctly that the answer to the clue is “survey” you then know to replace the V with a T. You then need to work out where in the word to place the T to make another word. Here you would place the T after the E in survey to make the word surety. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule (see above) (#5458305) Re: Pairs 2 Clue 20A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 16 Jan 2023 at 2:57PM Correct - I will choose next clues. It might be easier for these pairs crosswords since one of the answers is in an unknown location. You will be added to the tally.
(#5457429) Re: Pairs 2 Clue 20A and ???
(#5457422) Re: Animals Clue 19D
Posted by HeatherN on 14 Jan 2023 at 7:17AM Coo is correct. 24A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5457421) Re: Pictures 3 Clue 13A
Posted by HeatherN on 14 Jan 2023 at 7:16AM Sawyer is correct. 9D will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5457420) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 4A
Posted by HeatherN on 14 Jan 2023 at 7:15AM Ribs is correct. 15D will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5457377) Re: Pictures 3 Clue 13A
(#5457306) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 4A
(#5457278) Re: Animals Clue 19D
(#5457248) Animals Clue 19D
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Jan 2023 at 6:12PM ![]() 19D the cry of a dove (3) Solvers’ Tally Jools 13A, 11D, 8A (3) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 10D, 14D, 17A, 18D, 23A, 22A, 11A, 5D (8) macBruck 12A (1) Straycat 23A (1) A little puzzle with an animals theme – some of the answers may be a little obscure, so don’t expect it ALL to be easy!. Top 3 solvers will win a crossword token. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next when posting This puzzle does NOT have any mystery bonus words as it is an 11X11 grid ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5457244) Pairs 2 Clue 20A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Jan 2023 at 5:53PM ![]() 20 Across and ???: Two synonymous adjectives for terminal as in "terminal illness" (9;5) Please note: I am aware that the numbering is wrong on this grid, and the 6 has become 8. This will have been due to being overtired when updating. The master copy has already been amended, and will appear correctly next time Solvers’ Tally Straycat 16D&9A (1) Jools 6D&1D (1) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, blue, green and pink. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be ready simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5457243) Pictures 3 Clue 13A
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Jan 2023 at 5:29PM ![]() 13 Across (6) ![]() Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A, 1D, 6A (3) Instructions Please observe the four-hour rule which can be seen at the top of the board This puzzle works exactly as it says on the tin. Each clue is a picture representing the word. I will simply post a picture for each clue, and the clue number and the number of letters in the word will be underneath the picture. Some will be very easy, and some slightly more difficult. When you post your reply, please say which clue you would like next. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will all win crossword tokens. (#5457240) Sentence Chain Clue 4A
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Jan 2023 at 5:21PM ![]() 4 Across: When my friend and I went horseriding on holiday, we noted with concern that several of the *mOunTS were so skinny that their ____ were visible (4)* Solvers’ Tally Clem3610 6A (1) Straycat 1D, 9A, 10D, 21A (3) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 15A, 7D, 18D (3) Jools 2D, 23A (2) Withacee 1A (1) ![]() This crossword will form a chain. i.e. I will compose a sentence which will include the last solved clue plus the new clue – the new clue will be written as a ___________ blank line to indicate the missing word from the sentence (which will be the solution). As I will have no idea which clue the solvers are going to request, it may be a bit of a challenge (for me) to construct a sentence containing both words! A Solvers’ tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will be awarded Crossword Tokens Please could solvers indicate which clue they would like next Please observe the four-hour rule (#5454809) Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Final Grid and announcement of winners.
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Jan 2023 at 4:09PM ![]() First of all, I apologise profoundly for the delay. I had Covid before Christmas and have been suffering extreme fatigue since then, so have not been able to update the boards. I have renewed energy now, thankfully, so will be able to catch up! Happy New Year! However, I will still award Christmas tokens as well as Crossword tokens to the top three, as promised, and a Christmas token to Rabid for the bonus word. You will also be the first to receive the spanking new 2023 Crossword tokens - Enjoy!. Here are the results: RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 7 (including extra point for Mystery bonus word) Withacee 6 Jools 6 Straycat 5 Dragon Jr 2 Therefore, Rabid, Withacee, and Jools will receive a Christmas token and a Crossword token apiece, and Rabid will receive an extra Christmas token for getting the mystery bonus word! If you head over to Recognition Tokens I am about to request your tokens. Well done, all. Commiserations to Straycat, who just missed out. Better luck next time! Solved 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (18D) 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour Withacee 13A 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy Jools 6A 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet Jools 21A 14. Molten rock Straycat 7A 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude Withacee 11A 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting Straycat 4D 8. Fruit of the vine Withacee 5D 7. Canine pet Jools 11D 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D 23. Urged Withacee 13D 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus Jools 8D 16. Professional drawer of technical plans Straycat 22A 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen Dragon Jr 15A 25. Freudian self RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D 17. Shine brightly RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 16D 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot Jools 14D 3. Affixing with a knot Withacee 2D 13. Mitigating Dragon Jr 1A 18. Small particle Straycat 17D 24. Use a spade Withacee 9. Harangues relentlessly Straycat 3D 22. Unit of work or energy RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 20D 11. Irritable Jools 9A 2. Add a glossy varnish RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 19A Mystery Bonus Word (Merry) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (#5454801) Re: Pairs 3 Clue 8A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Jan 2023 at 3:52PM That's correct. I am afraid I misspelled his name as Rishu in my grid. So in order for 7 Down to fit, I am going to have to enter him as Rishu. I hope you don't mind. Your clue choice will follow. (#5453021) Re: Pairs 3 Clue 8A and ???
(#5452899) Pairs Clue 8A and ??? amended clue
Posted by HeatherN on 1 Jan 2023 at 12:46PM Clue 8 Across and ???: Last female UK PM and her successor (surname and first name respectively) (5/5) (Amended because of lack of clarity with original clue) (#5452632) Re: Pairs 3 Clue 8A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 31 Dec 2022 at 6:02PM Not quite. One of their first names has five letters too. This is for Jools only as it is my fault with incomplete clue!
(#5452335) Re: Pairs 3 Clue 8A and ???
(#5452324) Pairs 3 Clue 8A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Dec 2022 at 7:51PM ![]() Jools requested 1D which was the last clue, so I have taken the liberty of choosing this clue (or rather clues) Clue 8 Across and ???: Last female UK PM and her successor (5/5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A&10A DH, 1D&15A(2) Straycat 1A&10A DH (1) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, pink, green and purple. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the mystery words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally-points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be completed simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5452283) Re: Music 2 Clue 20D
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Dec 2022 at 5:37PM Correct, the late and great Eddie Van Halen, of course! 28A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5452282) Re: New puzzle General 2 Clue 32A
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Dec 2022 at 5:35PM Is this the record for the quickest ever answer?? You are of course correct. You are first on the tally, and 32D will follow. (#5452280) Re: Alphabet Christmas Crossword "G" Updated grid 29.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Dec 2022 at 5:32PM Well done, yes and yes! I will request your Christmas token very soon along with your crossword token and another Christmas token if you are in the top three. It will probably be tomorrow now as I will have to wait until the updated grid is approved. You will also receive an extra point on the tally which may or may not help you into the top three. I have no idea how this stands at the moment, you will have to wait until tomorrow. I know I said I would request the Bonus word token as soon as it is guessed, but as the crossword is now complete, it makes sense to request them all together. Thank you to those faithful stalwarts who took part! (#5452278) Re: New puzzle General 2 Clue 32A
(#5452276) New puzzle General 2 Clue 32A
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Dec 2022 at 5:23PM ![]() 32 Across: National fruit of Japan (9) Please observe the four-hour rule A Mixed bag with no theme. The mystery bonus words all have eight letters, and the colours are off-white, yellow and light blue. A Solvers’ tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will receive crossword tokens. I will start you off with one of the longer words, but from then on, please state which clue you would like next. (#5451623) Re: Alphabet Christmas Crossword "G" Updated grid 29.12.22
(#5451622) Re: Music 2 Clue 20D
(#5451604) Music 2 Clue 20D
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Dec 2022 at 7:31PM ![]() 20 Down: Guitar and amp manufacturing company owned by Fender, originally launched by legendary lead guitar player from band famous for "Jump" (3) Another puzzle with a musical theme Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 18A, 18D (2) ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5451572) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 24.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Dec 2022 at 6:27PM The three of you are all correct! Your answers will appear in the updated grid.
(#5451566) Re: Goldies 3 Clue 7A
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Dec 2022 at 6:23PM Correct - you will be added to the tally. 1D will be next.
(#5451565) Re: General Clue 10A
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Dec 2022 at 6:22PM Miaow is correct - 27 D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5451564) Alphabet Christmas Crossword "G" Updated grid 29.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Dec 2022 at 6:18PM ![]() You may now post again Sorry about the delay. I've been very tired with post-Covid syndrome. Plus the usual seasonal distractions and computer crashes etc. Only one clue left - who will win the race to submit their guess first? As soon as the crossword is finished. I will update it as soon as someone has got the last clue as I know you are all eager to receive your Christmas tokens! Usually, as you may have noticed, I put them to the back of the queue before updating and posting the final grid, but this will be updated promptly, and tokens requested before the Christmas season is over. *This is a special ![]() The rules are as below with the additional information. The top three will receive random Christmas tokens in addition to crossword tokens There is one mystery bonus word hidden which has *5 letters - the colours are seasonal red, green and white.* When all 5 letters appear the person who guesses it will receive a random Christmas token in addition to an extra point on the tally. This token will be awarded as soon as it is won without waiting for the completion of the crossword Even though there are different colours, on this occasion there is only one Mystery Bonus Word Clues: 2. Add a glossy varnish Solved 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (18D) 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour Withacee 13A 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy Jools 6A 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet Jools 21A 14. Molten rock Straycat 7A 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude Withacee 11A 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting Straycat 4D 8. Fruit of the vine Withacee 5D 7. Canine pet Jools 11D 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D 23. Urged Withacee 13D 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus { Player: Jools 8D 16. Professional drawer of technical plans Straycat 22A 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen Dragon Jr 15A 25. Freudian self RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D 17. Shine brightly RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 16D 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot Jools 14D 3. Affixing with a knot Withacee 2D 13. Mitigating Dragon Jr 1A 18. Small particle Straycat 17D 24. Use a spade Withacee 9. Harangues relentlessly Straycat 3D 22. Unit of work or energy RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 20D 11. Irritable Jools 9A Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the G’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of G's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, piggy ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5451560) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Dec 2022 at 6:12PM You can request a clue if you like. Otherwise, I will choose the next one, as it's Christmas!
(#5451557) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A
(#5451218) Re: General Clue 10A
(#5451217) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 24.12.22
(#5451216) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A
Posted by Jools on 28 Dec 2022 at 1:02AM I had a typo, I didn't think it correct. I sussed it was cryptic and possibly an anagram but there isn't a suitable 10 letters
(#5449884) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A
(#5449881) Re: Goldies 3 Clue 7A
(#5449878) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 24.12.22
(#5449720) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 24.12.22
(#5449719) Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A still unsolved
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Dec 2022 at 10:08PM Here is the link: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A Two further hints: 1. This is a cryptic clue 2. The ??? word comes before the 1A word as I have posted this first. If 1A was the first word I would have said 1A and ??? Further hints can be provided on request (#5449718) Re: Films Clue 3D
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Dec 2022 at 10:04PM Chandoo is correct - 2D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5449717) Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated grid 24.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Dec 2022 at 10:02PM You may now post again Clues 1. A number of territories or companies under the rule or ownership of one individual or organisation 3. Confusion 4. Dictum 5. Extinct flightless New Zealand bird 8. Goal 9. Gym shoes 10. Last section of the small intestine 11. Low droning sound 12. Maxi, midi or mini for example 13. Mischief-making mythological beings 15. On fire 18. Songs of praise 19. Sweet potato 20. Traditional farmhouse in Provence Solved 2. Arm or leg Straycat 16A 6. Flightless Australian bird Jools 20D 7. Foe { Player: elephont551 } 20A 19. Sweet potato RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 6A 14. Mr’s partner Jools 23A 21. Unborn developing animals Dragon Jr 13D 23. Work-out venue Straycat 3D 16. Panic RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 4A 22. Unit of electrical current RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 4A 17. Polite or formal way to address a woman Straycat 3D 10. Last section of the small intestine Jools 20D Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the M’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of M's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, lumping. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5449716) Re: Films Clue 3D
(#5449714) Goldies 3 Clue 7A
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Dec 2022 at 9:32PM ![]() 7 Across: ![]() ![]() Solvers’ Tally eliphont551 14A, 5D, 2D (3) Jools 6D, 11D, 15D, 20A. 9A, 17A (6) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D, 10D, 11A, 18A, 4A, 21A, 9A, 16A, 16D, 3D (9) Please observe the four-hour rule or you will not get your point on the tally Basic rules ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example, if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5449697) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 19.12.22
(#5449696) Films Clue 3D
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Dec 2022 at 8:56PM ![]() 3 Down: _______ Mondeti, Indian film director and screenwriter (7) Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 14A, 15D, 13D, 1D, 21A (5) Jools 1A (1) Information Please observe the four-hour rule – see info at top of board The mystery bonus words all have *5 letters, and the colours are turquoise, green and beige. Please see the information at the top of the board for details about how mystery bonus words work.* This is a puzzle with a movie theme – all the answers will be movie titles, film stars or directors from all eras. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5449691) General Clue 10A
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Dec 2022 at 7:53PM 10 Across: "The Silent _____" A Manual for Kittens, Strays and Homeless Cats. Translated from The Feline by Paul Gallico (5) Solvers’ Tally marcmandy 1A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 3A, 1D, 2D, 8D, 3D, 12A, 34A, 4D, 17A, 13A, 15A, 29A, 5D, 7D (14) eliphont551 30D (1) Straycat 30A (1) Dragon Jr 9A (1) Jools 6D, 17D (2) Just a general crossword puzzle - a mixed bag with no theme. The top three solvers will receive crossword tokens - please state which clue you would like next when you post your answer (#5449690) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Dec 2022 at 7:46PM It's not right. It is a cryptic clue. Further clues available on request.
(#5448561) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A
Posted by Jools on 20 Dec 2022 at 7:47AM tricky clue. I'm going to try LIGHT, HOUSE but think it's right
(#5448360) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Dec 2022 at 5:02PM Correct - 5A will follow, and you will be added to the tally
(#5448359) Re: Numerical Clue 9A
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Dec 2022 at 5:01PM That's correct. You will be added to the tally. Please could you choose a clue for next time.
(#5448358) Re: Names 2 Clue 22D
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Dec 2022 at 4:59PM Diana is correct, 15A will follow and you will be added to the tally.
(#5448357) Re: Medical Clue 28A
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Dec 2022 at 4:58PM Correct - 3D will follow, and you will be added to the tally
(#5448229) Re: Medical Clue 28A
(#5448197) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 19.12.22
(#5448191) Re: Numerical Clue 9A
(#5448162) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 19.12.22
(#5448160) Re: Names 2 Clue 22D
(#5448108) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 19.12.22
(#5448106) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 2D
(#5448096) Sentence Chain 2 Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Dec 2022 at 7:39PM ![]() 2 Down: On seeing her son's open-mouthed grin, Geraldine ordered him to go upstairs and brush his mucky _____ (5) Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1A, 6A (2) Withacee 4D (1) Jools 1D (1) ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule. See explanation above. Failure to wait four hours between posts will result in your tally point being disallowed, but your answer will be entered if correct This crossword will form a chain. i.e., I will compose a sentence which will include the last solved clue plus the new clue – the new clue will be written as a ___________ blank line to indicate the missing word from the sentence (which will be the solution). As I will have no idea which clue the solvers are going to request, it may be a bit of a challenge (for me) to construct a sentence containing both words!No mystery words in this crossword as it is 11 X 11 A Solvers’ tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will be awarded Crossword Tokens Please could solvers indicate which clue they would like next (#5448093) Numerical Clue 9A
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Dec 2022 at 7:26PM ![]() 9 Across: George Orwell's date of birth (DDMMYY) (6) Solvers’ Tally Jools 8D, 1A (2) Instructions In this crossword the answers are all numerical rather than alphabetical (hence the name) ![]() ![]() *+* (plus) *-* (minus) *** (times or multiplied by) / (division), using jiggle characters to make them stand out. Unfortunately, there is no jiggle character for division, so I might also write “divided by” in full to clarify. ::All answers must be given as digits (i.e. 38 not thirty-eight) ![]() ::A Solvers’ Tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win Crossword tokens! Please observe the four-hour rule (#5448088) Names 2 Clue 22D
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Dec 2022 at 7:06PM ![]() 22 Down: _____ Rigg, former James Bond girl (among numerous other TV and film roles) (5) Solvers’ Tally
Information Please observe the four-hour rule – see message at the top of the board ![]() ![]() If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5448084) Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Dec 2022 at 6:42PM ![]() Clue ??? and 1 Across: Avid sailors diverted by instruction to keep away from dishonest people (5,5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 11A&15D; 27A&1D (2) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, blue, green and grey. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be completed simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5448072) Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 19.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Dec 2022 at 6:24PM ![]() You may now post again! ![]() This is the case for all bonus mystery words in all puzzles. If the crossword is completed, I will not close the competition until someone has correctly guessed the mystery bonus word. *This is a special ![]() The rules are as below with the additional information. The top three will receive random Christmas tokens in addition to crossword tokens There is one mystery bonus word hidden which has *5 letters - the colours are seasonal red, green and white.* When all 5 letters appear the person who guesses it will receive a random Christmas token in addition to an extra point on the tally. This token will be awarded as soon as it is won without waiting for the completion of the crossword Even though there are different colours, on this occasion there is only one Mystery Bonus Word Clues: 2. Add a glossy varnish 9. Harangues relentlessly 11. Irritable 22. Unit of work or energy Solved 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (18D) 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour Withacee 13A 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy Jools 6A 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet Jools 21A 14. Molten rock Straycat 7A 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude Withacee 11A 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting Straycat 4D 8. Fruit of the vine Withacee 5D 7. Canine pet Jools 11D 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D 23. Urged Withacee 13D 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus { Player: Jools 8D 16. Professional drawer of technical plans Straycat 22A 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen Dragon Jr 15A 25. Freudian self RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D 17. Shine brightly RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 16D 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot Jools 14D 3. Affixing with a knot Withacee 2D 13. Mitigating Dragon Jr 1A 18. Small particle Straycat 17D 24. Use a spade Withacee Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the G’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of G's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, piggy ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5448068) Re: Medical Clue 28A
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Dec 2022 at 6:19PM I am afraid that is incorrect - you (or anyone else) may try again!
(#5447450) Re: Medical Clue 28A
(#5447435) Medical Clue 28A
Posted by HeatherN on 16 Dec 2022 at 6:49PM ![]() 28 Across: Medical term meaning inability or refusal to swallow (7) Please observe the four-hour rule or you will lose a point on the tally Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 15D, 20A (2) Straycat 15A (1) Jools 25A, 31A (2) Information ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5447416) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5447414) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 14.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 16 Dec 2022 at 6:02PM You are all three correct. Your words will appear on the updated grid and in the story, and you will be added to the tally
(#5446750) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5446740) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5446737) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5446675) Re: Goldies 2 Clue 21A
Posted by HeatherN on 14 Dec 2022 at 9:41AM It certainly is! Not sure whether it'll be finished by Christmas though as it'll have to go to the back of the queue - and it is a long queue! You are correct. You will be added to the tally, and 12D will follow. (#5446673) Story Crossword reminder
Posted by HeatherN on 14 Dec 2022 at 9:38AM Just a reminder - the Story Crossword, like the alphabet crosswords, can be guessed by multiple people in a 24-hour period, and the four-hour rule does not apply. See link below if you would like to have a go: Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 14.12.22 (#5446642) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5446641) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5446621) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5446518) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5446517) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 14.12.22
(#5446516) Re: Goldies 2 Clue 21A
(#5446495) Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 14.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Dec 2022 at 6:17PM ![]() You may now post again *This is a special ![]() The rules are as below with the additional information. The top three will receive random Christmas tokens in addition to crossword tokens There is one mystery bonus word hidden which has *5 letters - the colours are seasonal red, green and white.* When all 5 letters appear the person who guesses it will receive a random Christmas token in addition to an extra point on the tally. This token will be awarded as soon as it is won without waiting for the completion of the crossword Even though there are different colours, on this occasion there is only one Mystery Bonus Word Clues: 2. Add a glossy varnish 9. Harangues relentlessly 11. Irritable 13. Mitigating 18. Small particle 22. Unit of work or energy 24. Use a spade Solved 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (18D) 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour Withacee 13A 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy Jools 6A 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet Jools 21A 14. Molten rock Straycat 7A 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude Withacee 11A 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting Straycat 4D 8. Fruit of the vine Withacee 5D 7. Canine pet Jools 11D 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D 23. Urged Withacee 13D 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus { Player: Jools 8D 16. Professional drawer of technical plans Straycat 22A 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen Dragon Jr 15A 25. Freudian self RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D 17. Shine brightly RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 16D 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot Jools 14D 3. Affixing with a knot Withacee 2D Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the G’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of G's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, piggy ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5446494) Goldies 2 Clue 21A
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Dec 2022 at 6:13PM ![]() 21 Across: ![]() ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule Solvers’ Tally Jools 9A, 17A. 11D, 1A , 6A, 1D (6) eliphont551 13A, 16D, 14D, 20A, 13D, 7A, 3D (7)RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 2D, 18A, 5D, 4D, 15D, 10D, 4A (7) marcmandy 8D (1) Withacee 19D (1) Basic rules ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5446487) Story Crossword Updated Grid 14.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Dec 2022 at 5:52PM ![]() You may now post again! This puzzle is exempt from the four-hour rule Please see above the updated grid with the solved answers entered. The updated story with the solved words included is below, followed by the instructions. Solvers’ Tally Dragon Jr 16A, 12A (2) Withacee 13D (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D, 18A (2) Jools 15D (1) eliphont551 7D (1) Straycat 8A (1) Hello Mum by HeatherN Here I am in the heart of the lovely Yorkshire countryside, in the special place where we spent many happy 2 Down as children. Yes, Mum. I am 10 Across the 4 Across where we stopped to have our picnics, and that is just what I am going to do now. I am going to sit by the river where we used to feed the ducks, after we had finished eating. I remember saying that I thought one of them was reminiscent of a 13 Across. I had been reading Alice in Wonderland and had just read about the caucus race that this strange bird in the book had organised. I can see the large 19 Across ahead where we used to sit to eat. I have brought a blanket to sit on as I don’t want to get my dress *dirty*. I know it is now an 14 Across *dress*, but you bought me it for my 50th birthday, and I always wear it on my birthday, and on your birthday. I remember you saying how beautiful I look wearing it – a lovely compliment, and good for my 9 Down. Happy birthday, Mum. I am now sitting on one of the large 19 Across. I have brought a cheese and 14 Down sandwich and a flask of coffee to wash it down. Oh no! There’s an unwanted visitor, I think it’s a hornet, as it’s bigger and fatter than an ordinary wasp, and a bit scarier! I swat at it frantically with the magazine I have in my backpack, but it persistently buzzes around, so I’m going to give up and move on. I carelessly throw it a chunk of my sandwich, put the rest of it safely in my backpack and get up. The hornet, having disturbed my peace, makes me want to move on and take a detour from my planned destination, which was going to be by the riverside, at the edge of the water. I hesitate before crossing the bridge over the river to begin the 4 Down up Buttercup Hill. I am glad I have my inhaler in my bag as I get out of breath going up hills. Well, here I am at last, Mum. Thank you, hornet, for bringing me up here. It was worth the climb. The view is breathtaking. 11 Down I can see is fields, trees and the river - no people, cars or houses. I am feeling sad, 17 Down happy that I can release you in your favourite place. You will own this hill, Mum. You will own this view. I am shaking and my heart is pounding as I take the 3 Down from my backpack. I prise open the lid and take a handful of your ashes into my hand. I unfurl my fist and let the breeze take you. Fly free, Mum. Fly free, my sweet, gentle mother. Instructions This crossword consists of a story with missing words which fit into the crossword grid. You need to work out what the missing words are. which are replaced with the clue number they represent on the grid. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5446371) Re: Poetry Quotes 4 Clue 22A
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Dec 2022 at 6:01AM It is correct. 10A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
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(#5446229) Poetry Quotes 4 Clue 22A
Posted by HeatherN on 12 Dec 2022 at 5:15PM ![]() "If thro' the sea of night which here ????????? me, I could swim out beyond the farthest star, Break every barrier of circumstance that bounds me, And greet the Sun of sweeter life afar," From "Anchored" by Paul Laurence Dunbar 22 Across: Synonym (9) Solvers’ Tally Jools 5D, 13A (2) Straycat 1D (1) Information Please observe the four-hour rule - see top of board for info The three mystery bonus words in this puzzle all have seven letters, and the colours are pink, blue and grey Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5446222) Re: Names Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 12 Dec 2022 at 5:02PM Gottlob (love that name!) is correct - 26A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
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Posted by HeatherN on 10 Dec 2022 at 6:42PM You may now post again *This is a special ![]() The rules are as below with the additional information. The top three will receive random Christmas tokens in addition to crossword tokens There is one mystery bonus word hidden which has *5 letters - the colours are seasonal red, green and white.* When all 5 letters appear the person who guesses it will receive a random Christmas token in addition to an extra point on the tally. This token will be awarded as soon as it is won without waiting for the completion of the crossword Even though there are different colours, on this occasion there is only one Mystery Bonus Word Clues: 2. Add a glossy varnish 3. Affixing with a knot 9. Harangues relentlessly 11. Irritable 13. Mitigating 17. Shine brightly 18. Small particle 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot 22. Unit of work or energy 24. Use a spade Solved 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (18D) 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour Withacee 13A 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy Jools 6A 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet Jools 21A 14. Molten rock Straycat 7A 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude Withacee 11A 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting Straycat 4D 8. Fruit of the vine Withacee 5D 7. Canine pet Jools 11D 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D 23. Urged Withacee 13D 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus { Player: Jools 8D 16. Professional drawer of technical plans Straycat 22A 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen Dragon Jr 15A 25. Freudian self RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D (#5445574) Re: Names Clue 2D
(#5445573) Names Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 10 Dec 2022 at 6:35PM ![]() 2 Down: _______ Frege, German philosopher who was instrumental in the development of modern analytical philosophy (5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 4D, 29A, Yellow bonus word (Lucy), 32A, 5D, 10A (6) macBruck 9A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 16A, 28A, 20D, 19D, 11A, 18D, 23A, 24D, 8A, 5A (10) Information Please observe the four-hour rule (see top of board) ![]() This is the first crossword to incorporate the Bonus Feature. Please see the information regarding Bonus Mystery Words at the top of the board. In this crossword all the answers are famous people. If the person has two names I will usually give the other name with a ______________, before or after depending on whether the answer is the first name or the second name, followed by the number of letters in brackets. I will also give some additional information as in the above clue. If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5445564) Story Crossword
Posted by HeatherN on 10 Dec 2022 at 5:40PM Story Crossword Updated Grid 16.09.22 Please follow link, and sorry about the delay. You are all correct, and the updated grid will appear soon. (#5445206) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition G Updated Grid 08.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 9 Dec 2022 at 7:31PM I am happy to say you are all correct - the amended grid should reappear tomorrow!
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Posted by HeatherN on 7 Dec 2022 at 6:48PM You may now post again You may notice that there are extra clues, nos. 24 and 25. This is because I spotted two words that I had omitted to clue. This should not affect the running of the puzzle in any way. *This is a special ![]() The rules are as below with the additional information. The top three will receive random Christmas tokens in addition to crossword tokens There is one mystery bonus word hidden which has *5 letters - the colours are seasonal red, green and white.* When all 5 letters appear the person who guesses it will receive a random Christmas token in addition to an extra point on the tally. This token will be awarded as soon as it is won without waiting for the completion of the crossword Even though there are different colours, on this occasion there is only one Mystery Bonus Word Clues: 2. Add a glossy varnish 3. Affixing with a knot 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen 9. Harangues relentlessly 11. Irritable 13. Mitigating 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus 16. Professional drawer of technical plans 17. Shine brightly 18. Small particle 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot 22. Unit of work or energy 23. Urged 24. Use a spade 25. Freudian self Solved 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (18D) 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour Withacee 13A 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy Jools 6A 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet Jools 21A 14. Molten rock Straycat 7A 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude Withacee 11A 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting Straycat 4D 8. Fruit of the vine Withacee 5D 7. Canine pet Jools 11D 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the G’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of G's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, piggy ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5444609) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 07.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 7 Dec 2022 at 4:55PM You are all correct. Two people gave answers that are interchangeable on the grid - so I am going to amend the positioning of the words on my grid in accordance with your answers - I am doing this because any additional clues solved would not have helped with your positioning. I will not say who you are or where your answers were originally positioned, as it may influence future guesses in this crossword. I could not do this with the word "eagle" as more letters would show that eagle could not have gone in the place where people previously guessed. Therefore, eagle is not interchangeable with any other answer. The grid will be updated forthwith, and the amended grid will appear soonish. Please no more posts until updated grid appears (#5444557) Re: Food and Drink Clue 11D
Posted by HeatherN on 7 Dec 2022 at 2:05PM That's right - 21D will follow, and you will be added to the tally!
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Posted by HeatherN on 6 Dec 2022 at 5:55PM Zoo is correct - 4D will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5444159) Food and Drink Clue 11D
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Dec 2022 at 5:53PM ![]() 11 Down: Specialised implement for use, together with a fork, when eating some types of seafood (4,5) A puzzle with food and drink as the theme. Please observe the four-hour rule Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A, 16A, 16D, 30A, 2D, 9A (6) Dragon Jr 3D (1) Straycat 8A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 20A, 25A, 26D, 1D, 5D, 12A, 17D, 13D, 32D (9) Clem3610 4D (1) ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5444145) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 07.12.22
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(#5444138) Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 07.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Dec 2022 at 5:00PM You may now post again *This is a special ![]() The rules are as below with the additional information. The top three will receive random Christmas tokens in addition to crossword tokens There is one mystery bonus word hidden which has *5 letters - the colours are seasonal red, green and white.* When all 5 letters appear the person who guesses it will receive a random Christmas token in addition to an extra point on the tally. This token will be awarded as soon as it is won without waiting for the completion of the crossword Even though there are different colours, on this occasion there is only one Mystery Bonus Word Clues: 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting 2. Add a glossy varnish 3. Affixing with a knot 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example 7. Canine pet 8. Fruit of the vine 9. Harangues relentlessly 11. Irritable 13. Mitigating 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus 16. Professional drawer of technical plans 17. Shine brightly 18. Small particle 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot 22. Unit of work or energy 23. Urged Solved 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (18D) 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour Withacee 13A 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy Jools 6A 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet Jools 21A 14. Molten rock Straycat 7A 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude Withacee 11A (#5444137) Pictures 2 Clue 6A
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Dec 2022 at 4:55PM ![]() 6 Across (3): Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 23A, 17D, 18D, 1D, 2D (5) Jools 15A, 5D, 1A, 3D (3) Instructions Please observe the four-hour rule which can be seen at the top of the board This puzzle works exactly as it says on the tin. Each clue is a picture representing the word. I will simply post a picture for each clue, and the clue number and the number of letters in the word will be underneath the picture. Some will be very easy, and some slightly more difficult. When you post your reply, please say which clue you would like next. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will all win crossword tokens. (#5444102) Re: Move Over Clue 23A
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Dec 2022 at 2:56PM Correct - 18D will follow, and you will be added to the tally
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Posted by HeatherN on 5 Dec 2022 at 6:13PM Amber is correct - You will be added to the tally, and 19D will follow.
(#5443803) Move Over Clue 23A
Posted by HeatherN on 5 Dec 2022 at 6:12PM ![]() 23 Across: One who is not Jewish (G replaced by T) (7) Solvers’ Tally Withacee 21A, 17D (2) Jools 15A, 16D, 22A (3) Instructions: ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Across: Type of opinion poll (V replaced by T) (6) I have put in brackets that the letter V is to be replaced by the letter T. If you worked out correctly that the answer to the clue is “survey” you then know to replace the V with a T. You then need to work out where in the word to place the T to make another word. Here you would place the T after the E in survey to make the word surety. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule (see above) (#5443801) Re: Animals Clue 5D
(#5443799) Animals Clue 5D
Posted by HeatherN on 5 Dec 2022 at 6:06PM 5 Down: Fossilised tree resin in which the preserved bodies of insects and other small creatures can be found (5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 13A, 11D, 8A (3) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 10D, 14D, 17A, 18D, 23A, 22A, 11A (7) macBruck 12A (1) Straycat 23A (1) A little puzzle with an animals theme – some of the answers may be a little obscure, so don’t expect it ALL to be easy!. Top 3 solvers will win a crossword token. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next when posting This puzzle does NOT have any mystery bonus words as it is an 11X11 grid ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5443796) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 04.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 5 Dec 2022 at 5:56PM Jools, Straycat, and Withacee are all correct - Rabid Wolff on this occasion is incorrect. The three who are correct will be added to the tally. And the updated grid will appear shortly. Please no more posts until updated grid appears (#5443791) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 25D
Posted by HeatherN on 5 Dec 2022 at 5:50PM Cheap Trick is correct. 16D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
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Posted by HeatherN on 5 Dec 2022 at 5:48PM Lie and fib are correct 20A will follow. You will be added to the tally
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Posted by HeatherN on 3 Dec 2022 at 7:11PM "Is it for now or for always, The world hangs on a stalk? Is it a ????? or a trysting-place, The woods we have found to walk?" *From "Is it for Now or for Always" by Philip Larkin 25 Down: /-----/?????/ (Name - Band 1973-present!) (5) Solvers’ tally Jools 5D, 20D, 1A, 1D, 33A, 18D, 24A, 30A, 32D, 37A, 37D, 22A, 23D (13) Straycat 17A , 45A, 3D, 11A (4) Information Please observe the four-hour rule - see top of board for info Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5443014) Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Updated Grid 04.12.22
Posted by HeatherN on 3 Dec 2022 at 6:49PM You may now post again *This is a special ![]() The rules are as below with the additional information. The top three will receive random Christmas tokens in addition to crossword tokens There is one mystery bonus word hidden which has *5 letters - the colours are seasonal red, green and white.* When all 5 letters appear the person who guesses it will receive a random Christmas token in addition to an extra point on the tally. This token will be awarded as soon as it is won without waiting for the completion of the crossword Clues: 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting 2. Add a glossy varnish 3. Affixing with a knot 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example 7. Canine pet 8. Fruit of the vine 9. Harangues relentlessly 11. Irritable 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet 13. Mitigating 14. Molten rock 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus 16. Professional drawer of technical plans 17. Shine brightly 18. Small particle 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude 22. Unit of work or energy 23. Urged Solved 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack (18D) 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour Withacee 13A 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy Jools 6A Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the G’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of G's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, piggy ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5443011) Pairs 2 Clue 6D and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 3 Dec 2022 at 6:43PM ![]() 6 Down and ???: Two three-letter synonymous words meaning untruth (3; 3) Solvers’ Tally Straycat 16D&9A (1) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, blue, green and pink. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() *Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be ready simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5443010) Re: Pictures 3 Clue 6A
Posted by HeatherN on 3 Dec 2022 at 6:37PM Yes, it's correct, and 13A will follow. You will be added to the tally.
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Posted by HeatherN on 2 Dec 2022 at 5:40PM Here is the link Pictures 3 Clue 6A I am not giving additional clues in this crossword, but if no one has got it in the next day or two, I will post a different clue which may help with the letters. (#5442608) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Grid
Posted by HeatherN on 2 Dec 2022 at 5:36PM Jools, RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack and Withacee are all correct, but I am afraid Straycat is incorrect. The three correct answers will appear on the updated grid which will appear soon (probably tomorrow). The three of you will be added to the tally. (#5442033) Re: Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Grid
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(#5441842) Christmas Alphabet Competition "G" Grid
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Nov 2022 at 6:10PM ![]() *This is a special ![]() The rules are as below with the additional information. The top three will receive random Christmas tokens in addition to crossword tokens There is one mystery bonus word hidden which has *5 letters - the colours are seasonal red, green and white.* When all 5 letters appear the person who guesses it will receive a random Christmas token in addition to an extra point on the tally. This token will be awarded as soon as it is won without waiting for the completion of the crossword Clues: 1. Abbreviation for yearly meeting 2. Add a glossy varnish 3. Affixing with a knot 4. Alert, waiting for something to happen 5. Billy, Nanny or Kid 6. Bird of prey – golden or bald for example 7. Canine pet 8. Fruit of the vine 9. Harangues relentlessly 10. In horseracing it can be good, soft, firm or heavy 11. Irritable 12. Last letter of Greek alphabet 13. Mitigating 14. Molten rock 15. North American fish of genus Lepisosteus 16. Professional drawer of technical plans 17. Shine brightly 18. Small particle 19. State on southwestern coast of India, tourist hot spot 20. Traditional seasonal drink, yellow in colour 21. Unit of measurement of angles, temperature or latitude/longitude 22. Unit of work or energy 23. Urged Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the G’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of G's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, piggy ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5441071) Christmas tokens
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Nov 2022 at 6:24PM If any crosswords are completed between now and the end of December, the overall winner will receive a random Christmas token in addition to a crossword token. Don't worry, I will also run a special Christmas crossword, as it may not be possible to complete any of the existing crosswords before Christmas. (#5441070) Blanks Crossword Final Grid and winners
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Nov 2022 at 6:22PM The crossword is now complete. There is a Blanks 2 in production, and it will appear in due course. The solvers' tally is below - and the winners are ![]() 1. Jools 15 points 2. macBruck 13 points 3. HenryJaimes 3 points Well done to the three of you and to the others who took part. If you head over to Recognition Tokens I am about to request your tokens. Solvers Tally macBruck 4A, 6D, 7A, 3D, 8A, 13A , 25A , 28A, 16D, 12D, 26A, 29A, 24A (13) Jools 1A, 1D, 17A, 2D, 5D, 11A, 14A, 14D, 15D, 15A, 20A, 21A, 22D, 27A, 19A (15) Withacee 6D, 4D (2) HenryJaimes 9A, 10D, 18D (3) Dragon Jr 25A (1) Straycat 19D (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 23D (1) (#5441065) Re: Pairs 3 Clue 1D and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Nov 2022 at 6:03PM Correct - you will be added to the tally, and 1D will follow.
(#5440777) Re: Pairs 3 Clue 1D and ???
(#5440776) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 1A still unanswered
(#5440734) Pictures 3 Clue 6A
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Nov 2022 at 6:31PM ![]() 6 Across (5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A, 1D (2) Instructions Please observe the four-hour rule which can be seen at the top of the board This puzzle works exactly as it says on the tin. Each clue is a picture representing the word. I will simply post a picture for each clue, and the clue number and the number of letters in the word will be underneath the picture. Some will be very easy, and some slightly more difficult. When you post your reply, please say which clue you would like next. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will all win crossword tokens. (#5440732) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 1A still unanswered
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Nov 2022 at 6:27PM Mounts is correct. You will be added to the tally, and 4A will follow.
(#5440731) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 1A still unanswered
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Nov 2022 at 6:24PM I am so sorry - I should have said 13 letters, not 11. I think I mistook it for an 11X11 crossword. I have to let you have it as it was my mistake - it is actually meteorologist and rain, which I am sure you would have got if I had put the correct number of letters. which clue would you like next? Please could you reply on the "Pairs" post rather than the Sentence Chain post to avoid confusion. (#5440663) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 1A still unanswered
(#5440058) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 1A still unanswered
Posted by Jools on 26 Nov 2022 at 3:31AM Are you sure it's scientist and not just science? If so I will guess meteorology and rain (#5439974) Pairs 3 Clue 1D and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 25 Nov 2022 at 7:20PM 1 Down and ???: Scientist who forecasts the weather, and a common weather condition he might predict (11; 4) Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A&10A DH (1) Straycat 1A&10A DH (1) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, pink, green and purple. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the mystery words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally-points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() *Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be completed simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5439970) Sentence Chain Clue 1A still unanswered
Posted by HeatherN on 25 Nov 2022 at 7:07PM Here is the link: Sentence Chain Clue 1A Just don't want it to slip down the board and get forgotten! If you are struggling, I will try to provide an alternative sentence. Just let me know. (#5439969) Re: Music 2 Clue 18D
Posted by HeatherN on 25 Nov 2022 at 7:03PM Hollies is correct - 20D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5439968) Re: Goldies 3 Clue 17A
Posted by HeatherN on 25 Nov 2022 at 7:02PM That's right! 7A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5439640) Re: Goldies 3 Clue 17A
(#5439633) Re: Music 2 Clue 18D
(#5439508) Music 2 Clue 18D
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Nov 2022 at 5:41PM 18 Down: Band, among whose many hits was "The Air that I Breathe" (7) Another puzzle with a musical theme Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 18A (1) ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5439493) Re: General Clue 7D
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Nov 2022 at 5:21PM Sam is correct - you will be added to the tally, and 10A will follow.
(#5439492) Goldies 3 Clue 17A
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Nov 2022 at 5:20PM 17 Across: ![]() Solvers’ Tally eliphont551 14A, 5D, 2D (3) Jools 6D, 11D, 15D, 20A. 9S (5) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D, 10D, 11A, 18A, 4A, 21A, 9A, 16A, 16D, 3D (9) Please observe the four-hour rule or you will not get your point on the tally Basic rules ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example, if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5439478) Re: General Clue 7D
(#5439477) Sentence Chain Clue 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Nov 2022 at 5:04PM ![]() 1 Across: Window *shades and blinds can be fitted with either inside or outside ______ depending on whether they are installed inside or outside the window frame (6)* Solvers’ Tally Clem3610 6A (1) Straycat 1D, 9A, 10D, 21A (3) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 15A, 7D, 18D (3) Jools 2D, 23A (2) ![]() This crossword will form a chain. i.e. I will compose a sentence which will include the last solved clue plus the new clue – the new clue will be written as a ___________ blank line to indicate the missing word from the sentence (which will be the solution). As I will have no idea which clue the solvers are going to request, it may be a bit of a challenge (for me) to construct a sentence containing both words! A Solvers’ tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will be awarded Crossword Tokens Please could solvers indicate which clue they would like next Please observe the four-hour rule (#5439468) General Clue 7D
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Nov 2022 at 4:50PM ![]() 7 Down: Bogart's Spade (3) Solvers’ Tally marcmandy 1A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 3A, 1D, 2D, 8D, 3D, 12A, 34A, 4D, 17A, 13A, 15A, 29A, 5D (13) eliphont551 30D (1) Straycat 30A (1) Dragon Jr 9A (1) Jools 6D, 17D (2) Just a general crossword puzzle - a mixed bag with no theme. The top three solvers will receive crossword tokens - please state which clue you would like next when you post your answer Please observe the four-hour rule (#5439467) Re: Numerical Clue 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Nov 2022 at 4:45PM That's correct. 9A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5438883) Re: Numerical Clue 1A
(#5438839) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 22 Nov 2022 at 5:28PM Jools got there first. Ski Lifts is correct. 1A and ??? will follow, and he will be added to the tally. Straycat - Ski lifts was the full answer. When I post the number of letters (3,5) it refers to both answers. The only thing I don't tell you is the location of the other word. (#5438837) Numerical Clue 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 22 Nov 2022 at 5:24PM 1 Across: Johnny Cash 1965 El Paso mugshot number (5) Solvers’ Tally Jools (8D) (1) Instructions In this crossword the answers are all numerical rather than alphabetical (hence the name) ![]() ![]() *+* (plus) *-* (minus) *** (times or multiplied by) / (division), using jiggle characters to make them stand out. Unfortunately there is no jiggle character for division, so I might also write “divided by” in full to clarify. ::All answers must be given as digits (i.e. 38 not thirty-eight) ![]() ::A Solvers’ Tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win Crossword tokens! Please observe the four-hour rule (#5438759) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1D
(#5438590) Re: Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1D
(#5438567) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 20/11/2022
Posted by HeatherN on 21 Nov 2022 at 6:46PM You are all three correct and will be added to the tally. No more posts please until updated grid appears (#5438561) Pairs 1 Clue ??? and 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 21 Nov 2022 at 6:17PM Clue??? and 1 Down: Transport for carrying winter sports enthusiasts and their equipment up mountains (plural) 3,5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 11A&15D (1) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, blue, green and grey. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be completed simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5438144) Re: Films Clue 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 20 Nov 2022 at 5:57PM Panic is correct. 3D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5438142) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 20 Nov 2022 at 5:56PM Mucky is correct. 2D will follow and you will be added to the tally.
(#5437963) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 20/11/2022
(#5437908) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 20/11/2022
(#5437904) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 1D
(#5437847) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 20/11/2022
(#5437846) Re: Films Clue 1A
(#5437818) Re: Names 2 Clue 23D
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Nov 2022 at 6:56PM That's correct - you will be added to the tally and 22D will follow.
(#5437817) Sentence Chain 2 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Nov 2022 at 6:55PM 1 Down: Little Stevie had a _____ face after eating the *stew he had for dinner. (5)* Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1A, 6A (2) Withacee 4D (1) ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule. See explanation above. Failure to wait four hours between posts will result in your tally point being disallowed, but your answer will be entered if correct This crossword will form a chain. i.e., I will compose a sentence which will include the last solved clue plus the new clue – the new clue will be written as a ___________ blank line to indicate the missing word from the sentence (which will be the solution). As I will have no idea which clue the solvers are going to request, it may be a bit of a challenge (for me) to construct a sentence containing both words! No mystery words in this crossword as it is 11 X 11 A Solvers’ tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will be awarded Crossword Tokens Please could solvers indicate which clue they would like next (#5437816) Re: Names 2 Clue 23D
(#5437813) Names 2 Clue 23D
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Nov 2022 at 6:49PM ![]() 23 Down: _____ Bono - One half of a singing duo with his second wife (5) Solvers’ Tally *RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 4D, 8A (2)*
Please observe the four-hour rule – see message at the top of the board ![]() ![]() If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5437798) Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 20/11/2022
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Nov 2022 at 6:29PM ![]() You May now post again This puzzle is exempt from the four-hour rule Clues 1. A number of territories or companies under the rule or ownership of one individual or organisation 3. Confusion 4. Dictum 5. Extinct flightless New Zealand bird 8. Goal 9. Gym shoes 10. Last section of the small intestine 11. Low droning sound 12. Maxi, midi or mini for example 13. Mischief-making mythological beings 15. On fire 17. Polite or formal way to address a woman 18. Songs of praise 19. Sweet potato 20. Traditional farmhouse in Provence 22. Unit of electrical current Solved 2. Arm or leg Straycat 16A 6. Flightless Australian bird Jools 20D 7. Foe eliphont551 20A 19. Sweet potato RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 6A 14. Mr’s partner Jools 23A 21. Unborn developing animals Dragon Jr 13D 23. Work-out venue Straycat 3D 16. Panic RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 4A Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the M’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of M's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, lumping. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5437791) Films Clue 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Nov 2022 at 6:18PM ![]() 1 Across: 2000 crime drama film directed by Henry Bromell (5) Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 14A, 15D, 13D, 1D, 21A (5) Information Please observe the four-hour rule – see info at top of board The mystery bonus words all have *5 letters, and the colours are turquoise, green and beige. Please see the information at the top of the board for details about how mystery bonus words work.* This is a puzzle with a movie theme – all the answers will be movie titles, film stars or directors from all eras. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next (#5437786) Re: Medical Clue 31A
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Nov 2022 at 6:10PM You are correct. 28A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5437143) Re: Medical Clue 31A
(#5437075) Medical Clue 31A
Posted by HeatherN on 17 Nov 2022 at 6:30PM 31 Across: Amount of medication to be taken by a patient (6) Please observe the four-hour rule or you will lose a point on the tally Solvers’ Tally *RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 15D, 20A (2)* *Straycat 15A (1)* *Jools 25A (1)* Information ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5437065) Re: Goldies 2 Clue 19D
Posted by HeatherN on 17 Nov 2022 at 5:51PM POP is correct 21A will follow, and you will be added to the tally
(#5436401) Re: Goldies 2 Clue 19D
(#5436398) Goldies 2 Clue 19D
Posted by HeatherN on 15 Nov 2022 at 3:12PM ![]() 19 Down: ![]() Solvers’ Tally Jools 9A, 17A. 11D, 1A , 6A, 1D (6) eliphont551 13A, 16D, 14D, 20A, 13D, 7A, 3D (7)RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 2D, 18A, 5D, 4D, 15D, 10D, 4A (7) marcmandy 8D (1) Basic rules ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. Please observe the four-hour rule (#5436098) Re: Poetry Quotes 4 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 14 Nov 2022 at 2:38PM That's correct. 22A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5435800) Re: Poetry Quotes 4 Clue 1D
(#5435781) Poetry Quotes 4 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Nov 2022 at 4:22PM ![]() "‘He’s a cheery old card,’ grunted Harry to ???? As they slogged up to Arras with rifle and pack." From "The General" by Siegfried Sassoon 1 Down: ????/-------/ (7) (Name - Fictional Character portrayed by Johnny Depp) Solvers’ Tally Jools 5D, 13A (2) Information Please observe the four-hour rule - see top of board for info The three mystery bonus words in this puzzle all have seven letters, and the colours are pink, blue and grey Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5435777) Re: Goldies 4 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Nov 2022 at 4:11PM Correct. You will be added to the tally, and 1A will follow.
(#5435269) Re: Goldies 4 Clue 1D
(#5435251) Goldies 4 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 11 Nov 2022 at 6:18PM 1 Down: ![]() ![]() Solvers’ Tally Jools 6A (1) Basic rules Please observe the four-hour rule ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example, if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5435250) Re: Pictures 2 Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 11 Nov 2022 at 6:15PM U-Boat is correct. You will be added to the tally, and 6A will follow.
(#5435249) Re: Move Over Clue 22A
Posted by HeatherN on 11 Nov 2022 at 6:14PM Local is correct. You will be added to the tally, and 23A will follow.
(#5434471) Re: Move Over Clue 22A
(#5434395) Re: Pictures 2 Clue 2D
(#5434389) Re: Names Clue 10A
Posted by HeatherN on 8 Nov 2022 at 4:26PM Lyall is correct. 2D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5434388) Move Over Clue 22A
Posted by HeatherN on 8 Nov 2022 at 4:25PM 22 Across: In base eight (T replaced by L) (5) Solvers’ Tally Withacee 21A, 17D (2) Jools 15A, 16D (2) Instructions: ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Across: Type of opinion poll (V replaced by T) (6) I have put in brackets that the letter V is to be replaced by the letter T. If you worked out correctly that the answer to the clue is “survey” you then know to replace the V with a T. You then need to work out where in the word to place the T to make another word. Here you would place the T after the E in survey to make the word "surety". ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule (see above) (#5434387) Re: Food and Drink Clue 9A
Posted by HeatherN on 8 Nov 2022 at 4:21PM Coeliac is correct. 11D will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5434381) Pictures 2 Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 8 Nov 2022 at 4:17PM ![]() 2 Down (1-4): ![]() Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 23A, 17D, 18D, 1D (4) Jools 15A, 5D, 1A, 3D (3) Instructions Please observe the four-hour rule which can be seen at the top of the board This puzzle works exactly as it says on the tin. Each clue is a picture representing the word. I will simply post a picture for each clue, and the clue number and the number of letters in the word will be underneath the picture. Some will be very easy, and some slightly more difficult. When you post your reply, please say which clue you would like next. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will all win crossword tokens. (#5433779) Re: Names Clue 10A
(#5433765) Re: Food and Drink Clue 9A
(#5433705) Food and Drink Clue 9A
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Nov 2022 at 5:57PM A puzzle with food and drink as the theme. Please observe the four-hour rule ![]() 9 Across: Auto-immune disease caused by an intolerance to gluten in the diet (7) Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A, 16A, 16D, 30A, 2D (5) Dragon Jr 3D (1) Straycat 8A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 20A, 25A, 26D, 1D, 5D, 12A, 17D, 13D, 32D (9) Clem3610 4D (1) ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5433696) Names Clue 10A
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Nov 2022 at 4:54PM 10 Across: _____ Watson, South African author of "Supernature" (5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 4D, 29A, Yellow bonus word (Lucy), 32A, 5D (5) macBruck 9A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 16A, 28A, 20D, 19D, 11A, 18D, 23A, 24D, 8A, 5A (10) Information Please observe the four-hour rule (see top of board) ![]() This is the first crossword to incorporate the Bonus Feature. Please see the information regarding Bonus Mystery Words at the top of the board. In this crossword all the answers are famous people. If the person has two names I will usually give the other name with a ______________, before or after depending on whether the answer is the first name or the second name, followed by the number of letters in brackets. I will also give some additional information as in the above clue. If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5433693) Re: Animals Clue 11A
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Nov 2022 at 4:44PM Oryx is correct, 5D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5433692) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 23D
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Nov 2022 at 4:42PM It is rather - Thoreau is correct, and 25D will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5432438) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 23D
(#5432416) Re: Animals Clue 11A
(#5432415) Animals Clue 11A
Posted by HeatherN on 2 Nov 2022 at 6:38PM 11 Across: Genus of large Arabian or African antelope (4) Please observe the four-hour rule Solvers’ Tally Jools 13A, 11D, 8A (3) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 10D, 14D, 17A, 18D, 23A, 22A (6) macBruck 12A (1) Straycat 23A (1) A little puzzle with an animals theme – some of the answers may be a little obscure, so don’t expect it ALL to be easy!. Top 3 solvers will win a crossword token. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next when posting This puzzle does NOT have any mystery bonus words as it is an 11X11 grid ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5432410) Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 23D
Posted by HeatherN on 2 Nov 2022 at 6:03PM ![]() "FROM the time of the early radishes To the time of the standing corn Sleepy ????? Hackerman hoes." From "Weeds" by Carl Sandburg 23 Down: ?????/------- (7) Name (19th Century American philosopher and naturalist) Solvers’ tally Jools 5D, 20D, 1A, 1D, 33A, 18D, 24A, 30A, 32D, 37A, 37D, 22A (12) Straycat 17A , 45A, 3D, 11A (4) Information Please observe the four-hour rule - see top of board for info Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5430099) Re: Blanks Clue 19A
Posted by HeatherN on 27 Oct 2022 at 8:40AM That bee the right answer! ![]() ![]() (#5429979) Re: Blanks Clue 19A
(#5429926) Blanks Clue 19A
Posted by HeatherN on 26 Oct 2022 at 6:24PM ![]() 19 Across: Bumble Sting (3) This is the last clue for this crossword, the next time it appears it will be with an announcement of the winners. Blanks 2 is in production. Solvers Tally macBruck 4A, 6D, 7A, 3D, 8A, 13A , 25A , 28A, 16D, 12D, 26A, 29A, 24A (13) Jools 1A, 1D, 17A, 2D, 5D, 11A, 14A, 14D, 15D, 15A, 20A, 21A, 22D, 27A (14) Withacee 6D, 4D (2) HenryJaimes 9A, 10D, 18D (3) Dragon Jr 25A (1) Straycat 19D (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 23D (1) ![]() In this puzzle, the clues are all missing words which either precede or follow each of the two words give in the clue. ![]() 1 Across: Book Hole (4) you will know that the answer word comes after the word “book” to make a phrase or compound word, and before the word “Hole” ditto. In this case the answer is “worm” i.e. Bookworm; Wormhole. ![]() 2 Down: Wrench Business (6) This indicates that the answer word either precedes both of the words, or follows both the words. In this case the answer is “Monkey” i.e. Monkey Wrench; Monkey Business However, I will not tell you whether the words precede or follow the clue words. You will have to work that out for yourself. In the next example the clue words precede rather than follow the answer word, but the clue is formatted in the same way. 5 Across Clothes Cart (5) Here the answer is “Horse” – i.e. Clothes horse, Carthorse So to sum up ![]() e.g.Bird Box (5) – Answer = “Brain”: Bird (Brain) Box ![]() e.g. Past Present (5) Answer = Tense (Past Tense), (Present tense) Bottle Bell (4) Answer = Blue (Bluebottle), (Bluebell) ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5429924) Re: Pictures 3 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 26 Oct 2022 at 6:21PM Walkers is correct - Straycat, I don't think there are any verbs as answers to the picture crosswords. More likely than not, the answer will be a noun. Jools, you will be added to the tally. 6A will follow. (#5429602) Re: Pictures 3 Clue 1D
(#5429583) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 3" Clue 1A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 25 Oct 2022 at 11:52AM Glad you're both happy with it. If the times had been a minute apart it would have been a different story!
(#5429582) Re: Pictures 3 Clue 1D
(#5429411) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 3" Clue 1A and ???
(#5429370) Re: Pictures 3 Clue 1D
(#5429368) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 3" Clue 1A and ???
(#5429367) Pictures 3 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Oct 2022 at 5:09PM ![]() 1 Down (7) ![]() Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A (1) Instructions Please observe the four-hour rule which can be seen at the top of the board This puzzle works exactly as it says on the tin. Each clue is a picture representing the word. I will simply post a picture for each clue, and the clue number and the number of letters in the word will be underneath the picture. Some will be very easy, and some slightly more difficult. When you post your reply, please say which clue you would like next. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will all win crossword tokens. (#5429356) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 3" Clue 1A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Oct 2022 at 3:48PM You both got the answer correct and both clocked the same time - as this happens so rarely (I've never known it happen on this board) I have decided to give you both a point Jools and Straycat After all, it could only have been a split second between your posts, so there is no way of knowing if it was a dead heat or how many seconds were between your posts. I hope you are both okay with that. I will go with Jools' clue choice as Straycat didn't want to choose one! In this type of crossword it isn't obligatory to choose with there being two locations and one being unknown. (#5429354) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 1" Clue 11A and ???
(#5429304) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 3" Clue 1A and ???
Posted by Straycat on 24 Oct 2022 at 12:30PM Mother-of-pearl and Oyster If correct please choose next clue location. (#5429303) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 3" Clue 1A and ???
(#5429283) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 1" Clue 11A and ???
(#5429271) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 1" Clue 11A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Oct 2022 at 12:02PM Hi Jools, please let me know if anything could be explained better in the instructions for these crosswords. Pairs 3 is still outstanding if anyone wants to have a go (provided they haven't had a turn for four hours or more). (#5429270) Re: New puzzle "Music 2" Clue 18A
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Oct 2022 at 11:59AM That's correct. 16D will follow. You are first on the tally.
(#5429266) Re: Goldies 3 Clue 8A
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Oct 2022 at 11:55AM Type is correct 17A will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5429265) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 23A
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Oct 2022 at 11:53AM Shades is correct 1A will follow. You will abe added to the tally.
(#5429263) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 1" Clue 11A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Oct 2022 at 11:52AM That's correct. 1D and ??? will follow. You are first on the tally
(#5429260) Re: New puzzle "Pairs 2" Clue 16D and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 24 Oct 2022 at 11:49AM Noise abatement is correct - you are first on the tally. You do not need to state the location of the second word ![]() I will pick the next clue as per your request (#5429202) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 1" Clue 11A and ???
(#5429186) Re: New puzzle "Pairs 2" Clue 16D and ???
Posted by Straycat on 24 Oct 2022 at 7:21AM Noise 16d and Abatement 20a If correct please select next clue location. (#5429129) Re: New Puzzle "Pairs 1" Clue 11A and ???
(#5429128) Re: Goldies 3 Clue 8A
(#5429123) Re: New puzzle "Music 2" Clue 18A
(#5429038) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 23A
(#5429020) Goldies 3 Clue 8A
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Oct 2022 at 8:10PM ![]() 8 Across: ![]() Solvers’ Tally eliphont551 14A, 5D, 2D (3) Jools 6D, 11D, 15D, 20A (4) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D, 10D, 11A, 18A, 4A, 21A, 9A, 16A, 16D, 3D (9) Basic rules ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5429010) Sentence Chain Clue 23A
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Oct 2022 at 7:59PM ![]() 23 Across: "Fifty ______ of Grey" by E.L.Grey has been described by some critics as a capitalist allegory. (6) Solvers’ Tally Clem3610 6A (1) Straycat 1D, 9A, 10D, 21A (3) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 15A, 7D, 18D (3) Jools 2D (1) ![]() This crossword will form a chain. i.e. I will compose a sentence which will include the last solved clue plus the new clue – the new clue will be written as a ___________ blank line to indicate the missing word from the sentence (which will be the solution). As I will have no idea which clue the solvers are going to request, it may be a bit of a challenge (for me) to construct a sentence containing both words! A Solvers’ tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will be awarded Crossword Tokens Please could solvers indicate which clue they would like next Please observe the four-hour rule (#5429002) New puzzle "Music 2" Clue 18A
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Oct 2022 at 7:41PM ![]() 18 Across: 2006 hit for the Plain White T's (3,5,7) Another puzzle with a musical theme ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5428998) New Puzzle "Pairs 3" Clue 1A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Oct 2022 at 7:22PM ![]() 1 Across and ???: Iridescent inner shell material (also called nacre) and the mollusc in whose shell it is formed. (6-2-5) and (6) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, pink, green and purple. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the mystery words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally-points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be completed simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5428994) New puzzle "Pairs 2" Clue 16D and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Oct 2022 at 7:04PM ![]() 16 Down and ???: UK organisation established in 1959 by John Connell to counteract unnecessary sound pollution _____/_________ Society (5,9) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, blue, green and pink. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() *Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be ready simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5428992) New Puzzle "Pairs 1" Clue 11A and ???
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Oct 2022 at 6:39PM ![]() 11 Across and ???: Garment making appliance (6,7) The four-hour rule should be kept as only the first all correct answer will count There are four mystery bonus words – i.e. two pairs to tie in with the theme of the puzzle. All four have four letters, and the colours are yellow, blue, green and grey. Although there are two pairs of words you should guess the words as normal i.e. when all four letters of one colour appear. The pairs of words do not affect the allocation of tally points. Instructions ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Sometimes there may be several possible answers. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Pairs 1, 2 and 3 all happened to be ready simultaneously, so all three crosswords will run concurrently. (#5428540) Re: General Crossword Clue 5D
(#5428538) Re: New puzzle "Numerical" Clue 8 Down
Posted by HeatherN on 22 Oct 2022 at 10:17AM That's correct. 1A will follow, and you are first on the tally1
(#5428357) Re: New puzzle "Numerical" Clue 8 Down
(#5428321) Re: General Crossword Clue 5D
(#5428313) New puzzle "Numerical" Clue 8 Down
Posted by HeatherN on 21 Oct 2022 at 5:50PM ![]() 8 Down: 8*~~8~~*~~8~~*~~8~~*~~8~~*~~8~~*~~8~~*~~8~~**8 (9)* Instructions In this crossword the answers are all numerical rather than alphabetical (hence the name) ![]() ![]() *+* (plus) *-* (minus) *** (times or multiplied by) / (division), using jiggle characters to make them stand out. Unfortunately there is no jiggle character for division, so I might also write “divided by” in full to clarify. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule (#5428311) General Crossword Clue 5D
Posted by HeatherN on 21 Oct 2022 at 5:40PM 5 Down: Hit song belted out by Scottish singer, Lena Zavaroni, at age 10 /--/---/------/----/--me (2,3,6,4,2) Solvers’ Tally marcmandy 1A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 3A, 1D, 2D, 8D, 3D, 12A, 34A, 4D, 17A, 13A, 15A, 29A (12) eliphont551 30D (1) Straycat 30A (1) Dragon Jr 9A (1) Jools 6D, 17D (2) Just a general crossword puzzle - a mixed bag with no theme. The top three solvers will receive crossword tokens - please state which clue you would like next when you post your answer Please observe the four-hour rule (#5428309) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 6A
Posted by HeatherN on 21 Oct 2022 at 5:29PM Stew is correct. 1D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5427704) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 6A
(#5427703) Sentence Chain 2 Clue 6A
Posted by HeatherN on 19 Oct 2022 at 2:53PM ![]() 6 Across: My mother often made a ____ for dinner at the weekend. (4) Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1A (1) Withacee 4D (1) ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule. See explanation above. Failure to wait four hours between posts will result in your tally point being disallowed, but your answer will be entered if correct This crossword will form a chain. i.e., I will compose a sentence which will include the last solved clue plus the new clue – the new clue will be written as a ___________ blank line to indicate the missing word from the sentence (which will be the solution). As I will have no idea which clue the solvers are going to request, it may be a bit of a challenge (for me) to construct a sentence containing both words!No mystery words in this crossword as it is 11 X 11 A Solvers’ tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will be awarded Crossword Tokens Please could solvers indicate which clue they would like next (#5427381) Re: Names 2 Clue 21A
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Oct 2022 at 4:09PM Correct - (also Rodgers and Hart in another partnership) 23D will follow, and you will be added to the tally
(#5427380) Re: Pictures - Final Grid plus announcement of winners!
(#5427338) Re: Pictures - Final Grid plus announcement of winners!
(#5427333) Re: Names 2 Clue 21A
(#5427332) Pictures - Final Grid plus announcement of winners!
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Oct 2022 at 2:13PM ![]() Please see above the final grid, and below, the solvers. Solvers’ Tally Jools 6A, 12A, 3D, 1D, 12D (5) macBruck 7D, 14A, 11D, 8D (4) marcmandy 18A (1) Straycat 13D, 9A, 4D (3) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 3A, 17D, 10D, 1A, 19A, 15D, 16D, 5D, (9) In the token positions are ![]() 1st: RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 9 points 2nd: Jools 5 points 3rd: macBruck 4 points Commiserations to those who missed out, but thank you for taking part. Your contribution is much valued. If you head over to Recognition Tokens I am about to request your tokens! ![]() (#5427326) Re: Films Clue 21A
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Oct 2022 at 2:00PM Isadora is correct 1A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5427325) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 17.10.22
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Oct 2022 at 1:59PM You are all three correct Please no more posts until updated grid appears (#5427324) Re: Medical Clue 25A
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Oct 2022 at 1:54PM Anglicus is correct, 31A will follow, and you will be added to the tally
(#5427323) Names 2 Clue 21A
Posted by HeatherN on 18 Oct 2022 at 1:52PM ![]() 21 Across: Richard _______, American composer of many 20th century musical film scores, his name often paired with the lyricists he collaborated with (7) Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 4D, 8A (2) Jools 4A (1) Information Please observe the four-hour rule – see message at the top of the board ![]() ![]() If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5426963) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 17.10.22
(#5426854) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 17.10.22
(#5426820) Re: Films Clue 21A
(#5426759) Re: Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 17.10.22
(#5426756) Re: Medical Clue 25A
(#5426692) Medical Clue 25A
Posted by HeatherN on 16 Oct 2022 at 6:34PM ![]() 25 Across: Gilbertus ________, Mediaeval English physician, author of the Compendium of Medicine (8) Please observe the four-hour rule or you will lose a point on the tally Solvers’ Tally *RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 15D, 20A (2)* *Straycat 15A (1)* Information ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5426690) Alphabet Crossword "M" Updated Grid 17.10.22
Posted by HeatherN on 16 Oct 2022 at 6:22PM You may now post again Please note: I have realised I should not have given Rabid the point for "Yam" for which I said 3D and 6A are interchangeable, when in fact they are not. However, I am not going to be mean and take the point away from her, but just as a reminder, it is best to wait to solve clues where the answer could go in more than one place after other clues have been solved to eliminate some of the possible places where the answer can be fitted Clues 1. A number of territories or companies under the rule or ownership of one individual or organisation 3. Confusion 4. Dictum 5. Extinct flightless New Zealand bird 8. Goal 9. Gym shoes 10. Last section of the small intestine 11. Low droning sound 12. Maxi, midi or mini for example 13. Mischief-making mythological beings 14. Mr’s partner 15. On fire 16. Panic 17. Polite or formal way to address a woman 18. Songs of praise 19. Sweet potato 20. Traditional farmhouse in Provence 22. Unit of electrical current 23. Work-out venue Solved 2. Arm or leg Straycat 16A 6. Flightless Australian bird Jools 20D 7. Foe { Player: elephant551 } 20A 19. Sweet potato RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 6A 21. Unborn developing animals Dragon Jr 13D Please read the rules carefully as this is quite different from the other crosswords. ![]() ![]() ![]() The clues are all posted at once. You can work out where they go from the positions of the M’s in the grid. Some might fit in more than one place, so it would be best to solve the ones with a unique pattern of M's first until letters start appearing. ![]() ![]() ![]() You would just enter Clue 14, 1 Down, lumping. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5426687) Films Clue 21A
Posted by HeatherN on 16 Oct 2022 at 6:10PM ![]() 21 Across: 1968 biographical film in which Vanessa Redgrave played the title role of the tragic dancer who died by accidental strangulation with her scarf (7) Solvers’ Tally { Player: Rabidwolf of the Wolf Pack } 14A, 15D, 13D, 1D (4) Information Please observe the four-hour rule – see info at top of board The mystery bonus words all have *5 letters, and the colours are turquoise, green and beige. Please see the information at the top of the board for details about how mystery bonus words work.* This is a puzzle with a movie theme – all the answers will be movie titles, film stars or directors from all eras. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5426614) Re: Poetry Quotes 4 Clue 13A
Posted by HeatherN on 16 Oct 2022 at 2:02PM Republished is correct. 1D will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5426415) Re: Poetry Quotes 4 Clue 13A
(#5426396) Poetry Quotes 4 Clue 13A
Posted by HeatherN on 15 Oct 2022 at 6:42PM ![]() "What time the gifted lady took Away from paper, pen, and ????, She spent in amorous dalliance (They do those things so well in France)." George Sand, by Dorothy Parker (entire poem) 13 Across: /-----------/???? (11) - Phrase (Hint: brought out again) Solvers’ Tally Jools 5D (1) Information Please observe the four-hour rule - see top of board for info The three mystery bonus words in this puzzle all have seven letters, and the colours are pink, blue and grey Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5426364) Re: New Puzzle Goldies 4 Clue 6A
Posted by HeatherN on 15 Oct 2022 at 4:48PM Jools is correct - 1D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5425830) Re: New Puzzle Goldies 4 Clue 6A
Posted by RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack on 14 Oct 2022 at 2:45AM (#5425828) Re: New Puzzle Goldies 4 Clue 6A
(#5425695) Re: New Puzzle Goldies 4 Clue 6A
(#5425693) Re: Pictures 2 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Oct 2022 at 5:23PM Kazoo is correct. 2D will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5425691) New Puzzle Goldies 4 Clue 6A
Posted by HeatherN on 13 Oct 2022 at 5:21PM 6 Across: ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule Basic rules ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5425075) Re: Pictures 2 Clue 1D
(#5425073) Re: Move Over Clue 16D
Posted by HeatherN on 11 Oct 2022 at 5:36PM That's correct. 22A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5425069) Pictures 2 Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 11 Oct 2022 at 5:34PM 1 Down (5) ![]() Solvers’ Tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 23A, 17D, 18D (3) Jools 15A, 5D, 1A, 3D (3) Instructions Please observe the four-hour rule which can be seen at the top of the board This puzzle works exactly as it says on the tin. Each clue is a picture representing the word. I will simply post a picture for each clue, and the clue number and the number of letters in the word will be underneath the picture. Some will be very easy, and some slightly more difficult. When you post your reply, please say which clue you would like next. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will all win crossword tokens. (#5424806) Re: Move Over Clue 16D
(#5424765) Re: Food and Drink Clue 4D
Posted by HeatherN on 10 Oct 2022 at 6:19PM LBS is correct. 9 Across will follow, and you will be added to the tally ![]() (#5424764) Re: Food and Drink Clue 4D
(#5424763) Move Over Clue 16D
Posted by HeatherN on 10 Oct 2022 at 6:17PM ![]() 16D: Piece of fabric (T replaced by E) (5) Solvers’ Tally Withacee 21A, 17D (2) Jools 15A (1) Instructions: ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Across: Type of opinion poll (V replaced by T) (6) I have put in brackets that the letter V is to be replaced by the letter T. If you worked out correctly that the answer to the clue is “survey” you then know to replace the V with a T. You then need to work out where in the word to place the T to make another word. Here you would place the T after the E in survey to make the word surety. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Please observe the four-hour rule (see above) (#5424759) Food and Drink Clue 4D
Posted by HeatherN on 10 Oct 2022 at 6:05PM ![]() 4 Down: The imperial weight of a standard bag of sugar is 2___ (abbr) (3) A puzzle with food and drink as the theme. Solvers’ Tally Jools 1A, 16A, 16D, 30A, 2D (5) Dragon Jr 3D (1) Straycat 8A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 20A, 25A, 26D, 1D, 5D, 12A, 17D, 13D, 32D (9) ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5423320) Re: Names Clue 5A
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Oct 2022 at 4:44PM Woods is correct. 10A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5423319) Re: Animals Clue 8A
Posted by HeatherN on 6 Oct 2022 at 4:43PM Yabby is correct. 11A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5423166) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 16.09.22
(#5423100) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 16.09.22
(#5423097) Re: Names Clue 5A
(#5423047) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 16.09.22
(#5423044) Re: Animals Clue 8A
(#5422997) Animals Clue 8A
Posted by HeatherN on 5 Oct 2022 at 6:02PM ![]() 8 Across: Australian crustacean, otherwise known as "Cherax destructor" (5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 13A, 11D (2) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 10D, 14D, 17A, 18D, 23A, 22A (6) macBruck 12A (1) Straycat 23A (1) A little puzzle with an animals theme – some of the answers may be a little obscure, so don’t expect it ALL to be easy!. Top 3 solvers will win a crossword token. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next when posting This puzzle does NOT have any mystery bonus words as it is an 11X11 grid Please observe four-hour rule ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5422995) Names Clue 5A
Posted by HeatherN on 5 Oct 2022 at 5:52PM ![]() 5 Across: Tiger _____, Golfer (5) Solvers’ Tally Jools 4D, 29A, Yellow bonus word (Lucy), 32A, 5D (5) macBruck 9A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 16A, 28A, 20D, 19D, 11A, 18D, 23A, 24D, 8A (9) Information Please observe the four-hour rule (see top of board) ![]() This is the first crossword to incorporate the Bonus Feature. Please see the information regarding Bonus Mystery Words at the top of the board. In this crossword all the answers are famous people. If the person has two names I will usually give the other name with a ______________, before or after depending on whether the answer is the first name or the second name, followed by the number of letters in brackets. I will also give some additional information as in the above clue. If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5422993) Re: Story Crossword Updated Grid 16.09.22
(#5422985) Story Crossword Updated Grid 16.09.22
Posted by HeatherN on 5 Oct 2022 at 5:40PM ![]() You may now post again! This puzzle is exempt from the four-hour rule Please see above the updated grid with the solved answers entered. The updated story with the solved words included is below, followed by the instructions. Solvers’ Tally Dragon Jr 16A, 12A (2) Withacee 13D (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 1D, 18A (2) Jools 15D (1) eliphont551 7D (1) Straycat 8A (1) Hello Mum by HeatherN Here I am in the heart of the lovely Yorkshire countryside, in the special place where we spent many happy 2 Down as children. 8 Across, Mum. I am 10 Across the 4 Across where we stopped to have our picnics, and that is just what I am going to do now. I am going to sit by the river where we used to feed the ducks, 5 Down we had finished eating. I remember saying that I thought one of them was 6 Across of a 13 Across. I had been reading Alice in Wonderland and had just read about the caucus race that this strange bird in the book had organised. I can see the large 19 Across ahead where we used to sit to eat. I have brought a blanket to sit on as I don’t want to get my dress *dirty*. I know it is now an 14 Across *dress*, but you bought me it for my 50th birthday, and I always wear it on my birthday, and on your birthday. I remember you saying how beautiful I look wearing it – a lovely compliment, and good for my 9 Down. Happy birthday, Mum. I am now sitting on one of the large 19 Across. I have brought a cheese and 14 Down sandwich and a flask of coffee to wash it down. Oh no! There’s an unwanted visitor, I think it’s a 12 Down, as it’s bigger and fatter than an ordinary wasp, and a bit scarier! I swat at it frantically with the magazine I have in my backpack, but it persistently buzzes around, so I’m going to give up and move on. I carelessly throw it a chunk of my sandwich, put the rest of it safely in my backpack and get up. The 12 Down, having disturbed my peace, makes me want to move on and take a 1 Across from my planned destination, which was going to be by the riverside, at the edge of the water. I hesitate before crossing the bridge over the river to begin the 4 Down up Buttercup Hill. I am glad I have my inhaler in my bag as I get out of breath going up hills. Well, here I am at last, Mum. Thank you, 12 Down, for bringing me up here. It was worth the climb. The view is breathtaking. 11 Down I can see is fields, trees and the river - no people, cars or houses. I am feeling sad, 17 Down happy that I can release you in your favourite place. You will own this hill, Mum. You will own this view. I am shaking and my heart is pounding as I take the 3 Down from my backpack. I prise open the lid and take a handful of your ashes into my hand. I unfurl my fist and let the breeze take you. Fly free, Mum. Fly free, my sweet, gentle mother. Instructions This crossword consists of a story with missing words which fit into the crossword grid. You need to work out what the missing words are. which are replaced with the clue number they represent on the grid. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5422955) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 22A
Posted by HeatherN on 5 Oct 2022 at 4:28PM It was longer than usual. I have to make you work for your points sometimes! You are correct - 23D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5422651) Re: Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 22A
Posted by Jools on 4 Oct 2022 at 9:27PM There is not any haunt of prophecy Nor any old chimera of the grave That's a long poem! FIGMENT Next 23D (#5422583) Poetry Quotes 3 Clue 22A
Posted by HeatherN on 4 Oct 2022 at 4:37PM ![]() "There is not any haunt of prophecy, Nor any old ??????? of the grave" - From "Sunday Morning" by Wallace Stevens. 22 Across: Synonym (7) Solvers’ tally Jools 5D, 20D, 1A, 1D, 33A, 18D, 24A, 30A, 32D, 37A, 37D (11) Straycat 17A , 45A, 3D, 11A (4) Information Please observe the four-hour rule - see top of board for info Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5422582) Re: Goldies 3 Clue 3D
(#5421383) Re: 23rd aniversary token
(#5421290) Re: Sorry to interrupt but you can win
(#5421278) Re: Goldies 3 Clue 3D
(#5421276) Goldies 3 Clue 3D
Posted by HeatherN on 1 Oct 2022 at 6:27PM ![]() 3 Down: ![]() Solvers’ Tally eliphont551 14A, 5D, 2D (3) Jools 6D, 11D, 15D, 20A (4) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 12D, 10D, 11A, 18A, 4A, 21A, 9A, 16A, 16D (8) Basic rules ![]() ![]() ![]() The answer is "bride" as that is what you need to post between the double colons. ![]() For example if the clue appears as 2 Down: ![]() ![]() ![]() e.g. 5 down: ![]() ![]() e.g. for this goldie ![]() 3 Across: ![]() ![]() ![]() Any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. (#5421219) Re: Names 2 Clue 4A
Posted by HeatherN on 1 Oct 2022 at 5:04PM Correct - 21A will follow, and you will be added to the tally
(#5421185) Re: 23rd aniversary token
(#5421086) Re: 23rd aniversary token
Posted by sallyp on 1 Oct 2022 at 12:35PM I forgot to say members of The Sallyp and Friends Club cannot answer my question.
(#5421084) 23rd aniversary token
(#5421047) Re: Sorry to interrupt but you can win
(#5420984) Sorry to interrupt but you can win
Posted by hoof hearted on 1 Oct 2022 at 9:27AM Win a 23rd anniversary token by being the first to answer who goldtokens main tournament creator is. I am posting this for the Stonehead Stone Games Club. Sorry but if you’re in this club you can’t play this contest. (#5420739) Re: Names 2 Clue 4A
(#5420691) Re: Films Clue 1D
(#5420689) Re: Films Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Sep 2022 at 6:06PM Plan B is correct. 21D will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5420687) Names 2 Clue 4A
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Sep 2022 at 6:04PM ![]() 4 Across: Peter _______, original lead singer of Genesis (7) Solvers’ Tally *RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 4D, 8A (2)* Information Please observe the four-hour rule – see message at the top of the board ![]() ![]() If the person only has one name, obviously there will be no __________. As usual, please say which clue you would like next when you submit your answer. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will win crossword tokens. (#5420685) Re: Films Clue 1D
(#5420683) Films Clue 1D
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Sep 2022 at 5:54PM ![]() 1 Down: 2021 film directed by Natalie Morales (4,1) Solvers’ Tally { Player: Rabidwolf of the Wolf Pack } 14A, 15D, 13D (3) Information Please observe the four-hour rule – see info at top of board The mystery bonus words all have *5 letters, and the colours are turquoise, green and beige. Please see the information at the top of the board for details about how mystery bonus words work.* This is a puzzle with a movie theme – all the answers will be movie titles, film stars or directors from all eras. Please could solvers state which clue they would like next ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5420682) Re: New Puzzle "Pictures 3" Clue 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 30 Sep 2022 at 5:45PM Westminster is correct. 1D will follow. You are first on the tally!
(#5420419) Re: New Puzzle "Pictures 3" Clue 1A
(#5420272) Re: Medical Clue 15A
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Sep 2022 at 6:21PM Correct - 25A will follow. You will be added to the tally.
(#5420270) Re: New Puzzle: Poetry Quotes Crossword 4: Clue 5D
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Sep 2022 at 6:18PM You are correct - 13A will follow. You are first on the tally!
(#5420268) New Puzzle "Pictures 3" Clue 1A
Posted by HeatherN on 29 Sep 2022 at 6:16PM ![]() 1 Across: (11) ![]() Instructions Please observe the four-hour rule which can be seen at the top of the board This puzzle works exactly as it says on the tin. Each clue is a picture representing the word. I will simply post a picture for each clue, and the clue number and the number of letters in the word will be underneath the picture. Some will be very easy, and some slightly more difficult. When you post your reply, please say which clue you would like next. A Solvers' tally will be kept, and the top three solvers will all win crossword tokens. (#5419742) Re: New Puzzle: Poetry Quotes Crossword 4: Clue 5D
(#5419655) New Puzzle: Poetry Quotes Crossword 4: Clue 5D
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Sep 2022 at 4:36PM ![]() *"The size of a fly, The doom mark Crawls down the ????."* From "Contusion" by Sylvia Plath 5 Down: /-------/-----/--/---/???? - Name (song title by P.F. (7,5,2,3) Please observe the four-hour rule - see above Mystery words in this puzzle are all seven-letters long, and the colours are grey, blue and pink Information Each clue will start with a quote from a poem whose author and title I shall provide. The quote will have a word missing which shall be indicated by the same number of question marks (queries) as the number of letters in the missing word. However, the missing word is not the answer to the clue, but it will help you solve the clue. You might know the quote already, or you may be able to guess the missing word, but in most cases you will probably have to source the quote. There are three types of clue: ![]() Here is an example of how this type of clue will be set out: The poetry quote (with the missing word) will be under the grid: e.g. The boy stood on the burning ???? Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.” From “Casabianca” by Felicia Hemans The clue would be written thus: 1 Across: /????-----/ (5) (Phrase – “thing”) You probably wouldn’t have to look this poem up as it is so well-known, and you would know that the missing word is “deck”. The clue gives the actual answer in the form of dashes /-----/ In this case the word is chair – as in deckchair. You only need give the answer to the clue – and not the missing word (or words) from the poem. ![]() e.g. “???? looks down at her organdy skirt As if it somehow were the thing disgraced, For being there, on the floor, in the dirt” From “Bertram’s Garden” by Donald Justice The clue would be written thus: 5 Down: ????/----/ (4) (Name – novel by CB) You would probably have to look up this quote, and would find the missing word is “Jane”. The clue says that the missing word forms part of a novel title, so you would need to work out that the novel is Jane Eyre – the answer to the clue is Eyre (by Charlotte Bronte, of course) – if it is a well-known “name” such as the above, I might only give the author’s initials. If it is less well-known I might give more information. ![]() e.g. “Waste pipes ??????? into runnels, Steam's escaping here and there, Morning trains through Camden cutting Shake the Crescent and the Square” From “Business Girls” by John Betjeman The clue would be written thus: 14 Across: Synonym (5) The missing word here is “chuckle”, and the answer is “laugh” which is a synonym for “chuckle”. The synonym might not be in the same sense of the word as it is in the poem. It is certainly a novel use of the word “chuckle” in this poem. But some words also have more than one meaning e.g. “lay” can mean to set down (the synonym might be more than one word), but the missing word in the poem might be /---/Preacher, which is a non-clerical preacher. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5419654) Re: Medical Clue 15A
(#5419653) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 21A - still unsolved
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Sep 2022 at 4:15PM This has now been solved by Straycat who has requested 23A next. This shall follow and Straycat will be added to the tally. The answer was Capitalists
(#5419652) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 21A
(#5419651) Medical Clue 15A
Posted by HeatherN on 28 Sep 2022 at 4:11PM ![]() 15 Across: Three generational dynasty who ran Bethlem hospital in London in the 18th century, whose misrule earned it the name of "Bedlam" (5) Please observe the four-hour rule or you will lose a point on the tally Solvers’ Tally *RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 15D, 20A (2)* Information ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (#5419650) Re: New puzzle "Alphabet Crossword - M"
(#5418352) Re: New puzzle "Alphabet Crossword - M"
(#5418249) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 21A
(#5418204) Re: Sentence Chain Clue 21A
(#5418173) Sentence Chain Clue 21A - still unsolved
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Sep 2022 at 6:39PM Here is the link (Unknown post) If no one gets it in the next day or two I will post it again with an alternative clue. Just want to try one more time with the existing sentence in case anyone missed it, and Rabid might like to have another guess (but must wait four hours from her last post) Sorry to keep reminding about the four-hour rule - but it's easy to miss! (#5418172) Re: Sentence Chain 2 Clue 4D
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Sep 2022 at 6:34PM That is correct. 6A will follow, and you will be added to the tally.
(#5418171) Re: Pictures Clue 2D
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Sep 2022 at 6:32PM Pie is correct - you will be added to the tally. The winners will be announced when I update the grid in due course. It has to wait its turn in the queue though. Pictures 2 is still underway and a Pictures 3 is in production! (#5418168) Re: General Crossword Clue 29A
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Sep 2022 at 6:30PM Emu is correct. 5D will follow. You will be added to the tally Sorry - no more crosswords today as it's 2.30am, but I'll try and make up for it tomorrow! (#5418167) Re: New puzzle "Alphabet Crossword - M"
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Sep 2022 at 6:29PM You are all correct and will all be added to the tally RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack Yam was actually 6A but I am going to give you the point as 3D and 6A are interchangeable and could go in either position. Dragon Jr You correctly got the word embryo, but my answer was embryos, but I forgot to put the clue in the plural, so of course you will get the point - My Bad! No more posts until updated grid appears (#5418161) Re: General Crossword Clue 29A
(#5418158) Re: Pictures 2 Clue 3D
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Sep 2022 at 6:17PM Correct - 1D will follow, and you will be added to the tally
(#5418156) General Crossword Clue 29A
Posted by HeatherN on 23 Sep 2022 at 6:13PM ![]() 29 Across: Rod Hull's bird (3) Solvers’ Tally marcmandy 1A (1) RabidWolff of the Wolf Pack 3A, 1D, 2D, 8D, 3D, 12A, 34A, 4D, 17A, 13A, 15A (11) eliphont551 30D (1) Straycat 30A (1) Dragon Jr 9A (1) Jools 6D, 17D (2) Just a general crossword puzzle - a mixed bag with no theme. The top three solvers will receive crossword tokens - please state which clue you would like next when you post your answer (#5418013) Re: New puzzle "Alphabet Crossword - M"
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