Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
Masters of Cryptic Clue Crafting
Moderate difficulty suitable for most players
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Across
- 1. Solver’s role, but also a creator considers this carefully
- 2. A creator's pseudonym or nickname
- 3. Relating to narrative or storytelling in puzzles
- 4. Hidden message formed by first letters in a cryptic style
- 5. Appearance or outward expression in clue misdirection
- 6. One who plays with words, common trait of setters
- 9. Wordplay involving rearranging letters
- 14. To make clear, a goal for any cryptic clue
- 15. Done plainly or openly, unlike typical cryptic style
- 17. Signs or indications often embedded in clues
- 18. A puzzling question or phrase, core to setters' work
Down
- 7. One who counts elements, also used in clue enumeration
- 8. First letters used for special puzzle effects
- 10. Short descriptive passage, similar to thematic clues
- 11. Process of filtering parts to find meaning, like clue analysis
- 12. Puzzle using pictures or symbols for words
- 13. Fictional or themed element sometimes used for misdirection
- 16. To wrongfully guide, a common cryptic device
- 19. Type of puzzle known for hidden meanings
- 20. A metrical foot, occasionally referenced in clue construction
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