Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
Masters of Cryptic Clue Crafting
A challenging crossword celebrating renowned cryptic puzzle creators and the art of cryptic clue making.
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Across
- 1. Puzzle featuring pictures instead of words
- 2. Encrypted message similar to cryptic crosswords
- 4. Word signaling anagram or other device
- 5. Alias used by cryptic crossword creators
- 6. Clue relying on words that sound alike
- 9. A common cryptic device involving letter rearrangement
- 11. Famous setter known for intricate wordplay
- 15. Technique involving reading letters backwards
Down
- 3. Setter known for tough thematic crosswords
- 7. Numbers showing letter count in answers
- 8. Nickname for a setter skilled in puns
- 10. Puzzle form where initial letters spell words
- 12. William, creator of renowned cryptic crosswords
- 13. Clue type where parts are strung together
- 14. Type of crossword with fewer clues and size
- 16. Type of definition clue appearing twice
- 17. Author who also crafted clever puzzles
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