Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
Enigmatic Clues and Cryptic Techniques
Moderate difficulty suitable for most players
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Across
- 1. Word spelled the same forwards and backwards
- 2. Clue relying on words that sound alike but differ
- 3. Signal word pointing to a wordplay technique
- 4. Basic unit in clues used for abbreviation or insertion
- 6. Word hidden inside another, a cryptic device
- 9. Direct clue part giving the meaning of the answer
- 11. A similar word used for substitution in clues
- 15. Type of puzzle with mysterious or coded clues
Down
- 5. Clue element indicating two interpretations or readings
- 7. Mysterious puzzle or riddle, often cryptic in style
- 8. Indirect word trick that misleads or distracts
- 10. Puzzle clue formed by placing parts side by side
- 12. Initial letters form a hidden word or message
- 13. Switch initial sounds in two words, a classic pun
- 14. Word or phrase read backward to give new meaning
- 16. Wordplay where letters are shuffled to form another
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