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Crack the code to solving cryptic crossword clues! 🧠 In this video, I’ll talk about homographs, what they are and how setters use them to trick you! After the tutorial, we’ll put your new skills to the test with a mini cryptic crossword by Melanie Branton from Crosshare.org designed around homographs. What you’ll learn: ️ What are ...

To play along, head to the cryptic crossword online: https://www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/cryptic-crossword/377 Being a cryptic crossword beginner can be a bit daunting. Many of the clues make no sense and there seems to be so many little tricks to learn. In this video, The Saturday Paper's crossword setter, Liam Runnalls, takes us through a ...

I solve a fantastic 15x15 cryptic crossword set by Tom Blackwell, aka Raider, in the Independent. Tom is also the founder of mycrossword.co.uk! https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) Tom has kindly given me permission to feature his puzzle on the channel, and it ...

I solve a 7x7 cryptic crossword, set by @nate on crosshare.org. A fantastic bitesize slice of cryptics! I hope you enjoy :) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) This is a fantastic puzzle using only 4-word clues. Nate is a very talented setter who has kindly ...

🧩 Solving a Cryptic Crossword by Nate (Beginner-Friendly Walkthrough!) 🧩 https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) Are you new to cryptic crosswords or looking to sharpen your solving skills? In this video, I take you through a beginner-friendly walkthrough of ...

Simon starts at the very beginning, explaining how to solve the Quick Cryptic that appeared in The Times on 29 Dec 17.

I solve a 5x7 cryptic crossword, set by Bob Weisz. A fantastic bitesize slice of cryptics! I hope you enjoy :) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) The puzzle I'm solving today is here: https://talesfromthecrypticcrosswords.blogspot.com/2024/07/god-on-ecstasy ...

We go through the basics of cryptic crossword clues: The rule (yes, there's just one!); the basic conventions; useful tips; clue types. This is an excellent how-to guide for anyone interested in getting into cryptics. The puzzle used is the Quick Cryptic no 2,000 by Des from The Times.

I solve a 15x15 cryptic crossword, set by PostMark from MyCrossword.co.uk - aka Stamp in The Independent https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) The puzzle I'm solving today is here: https://www.mycrossword.co.uk/cryptic/2288 PostMark has kindly given me ...

If you've ever looked at a CRYPTIC CROSSWORD and thought "what is going on?

🧠 How to Solve a Cryptic Crossword Step-by-Step | Beginner Friendly Guide (PostMark on MyCrossword.co.uk) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) Ready to crack your first cryptic crossword? In this beginner-friendly video, I walk you through a full solve of a ...

Simon goes back to basics and works through the Quick Cryptic from The Times. Plenty of explanations/tips here for those who are new to cryptic crosswords.

We talk through the solve of today's Times Crossword. This is a difficult puzzle with a fair amount of esoteric vocabulary! We would be very grateful to any viewers who might consider supporting us by becoming patrons of the channel on Patreon. Our page can be found here: https://www.patreon.com/crackingthecr... If you have a puzzle you'd like ...

If you've ever wondered how to solve a CRYPTIC CROSSWORD and thought "what is going on?

A beginner's guide to Cryptic Crosswords, by the renowned compiler Christine Lovatt. Ever wondered how to solve a cryptic clue? Learn some of the tricks here, and you'll be a pro in no time! - Want to subscribe to our amazing Cryptic Collection magazine? Click here https://subscriptions.lovattspuzzles.com.au/productlist.aspx?cat_id=271 - For ...

You can play the crossword featured in the video at the link below: https://puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent?puzzleDate=20211218#!202112 Thanks to Mike Hutchinson for the recommendation and to Methuselah for creating such a beautiful puzzle. Mark has released his latest solve of The Times Club Monthly Special ...

*** Bonus Video *** Simon has a crack at Saturday 12 March cryptic crossword from The Independent. It's been recommended to us by their crossword editor Mike Hutchinson, it's by Rodriguez and it's absolutely brilliant. Give the puzzle a try at the link below: https://puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent This puzzle is ...

The puzzlemakers Anna Shechtman and Erik Agard break down how cryptic crosswords work and decode this style’s double clues. Still haven’t subscribed to The New Yorker on YouTube http://bit.ly/newyorkeryoutubesub How to Solve Cryptic Crossword Puzzles | The New Yorker

*** Today's Puzzle *** In a bonus video, Simon attempts a recent Independent crossword by Filbert - this was recommended to us by the Independent crossword editor, Mike Hutchinson. And it is VERY clever! Give it a try at the link below: https://puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent This puzzle appeared on 24 July 2022 ...

In this second video we look at how to parse the clues for a third mini cryptic crossword. If you'd like to try and solve it before watching the video, you can do so here: https://clarity-media.com/minicryptic2.html Remember that you can play various daily puzzles at: https://clarity-media.com/ Let us know if you found this video useful or ...

Simon works through The Times cryptic crossword on 21 June 2019 with an emphasis on the basics of how to solve these puzzles. SUPPORT US + ACCESS EXCLUSIVE "CRACKING THE CRYPTIC" PUZZLES/VIDEOS Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crackingthecryptic SEND US PUZZLES TO SOLVE/CONTACT US crackingthecryptic@gmail.com FOLLOW US Twitter: #crypticcracking ...

Mark looks at the Times Quick Cryptic for 31st July, explaining the basics for those starting out on the cryptic trail.

Perplexed by cryptic crosswords? Then this video is for you. Become a genius at them in three minutes. Made by Splinter Design. And if you want to find out how to win at more stuff then check out our playlist with quick and easy tips on how to triumph at games from Scrabble to rock-paper-scissors 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list ...

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It's just past midnight here in the UK on Feb 13th and Simon, foolishly, decides to record a "quick" live-solve of the just-published Times crossword.... It proves to take rather longer than hoped but, for all that, it is a sensational puzzle full of wonderful wordplay. We would be very grateful to any viewers who might consider supporting us ...

Cryptic crosswords combine regular trivia with wordplay in a wildly creative spin! Learn all the rules to solving these advanced crosswords, but in a way that's easy for anyone to understand. Walk through exactly how to solve cryptic crossword puzzles with guided highlights and indicator word charts. With over 20 unique American-style puzzles ...

If you've ever wondered how to solve a CRYPTIC CROSSWORD and thought "what is going on?

The Guardian has introduced a Quick Cryptic Crossword - ideal for beginners. I walk through my solve of No. 3. To see real experts solve crosswords and other puzzles: Cracking the Cryptic - https://www.youtube.com/@UCC-UOdK8-mIjxBQm_ot1T-Q David Webb/Dweebovision - https://www.youtube.com/@UC-8sPGr787Ep8m2JCmkw0tA The Cryptic Mystic - https ...

The New York Times published a cryptic crossword! I solved it and talked through how to interpret each clue in greater depth than I do for the standard puzzles. If you're interested in learning to solve cryptics, this is the video for you! - If you'd like to directly support this channel, consider signing up to my Patreon to receive exclusive ...

Simon walks through the solve of today's cryptic crossword from The Times. SUPPORT US + ACCESS EXCLUSIVE "CRACKING THE CRYPTIC" PUZZLES/VIDEOS Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crackingthecryptic SEND US PUZZLES TO SOLVE/CONTACT US crackingthecryptic@gmail.com FOLLOW US Twitter: #crypticcracking @crypticcracking The Times Crossword twitter can ...

Simon discusses a few clues from today's crossword in The Times and explains, from first principles, how to read them correctly.

This video walks through the answers to a cryptic crossword puzzle that I recently made! I hope to create a separate video soon on the topic of creating cryptic clues. Extremely helpful: http://www.clueclinic.com/index.php/clinical-data/ A paper copy, along with written answer explanations, is here: http://tiny.cc/24mwzz .pdf version here: http ...

Mark talks us through his solve of a puzzle with some extremely obscure answers - the Times on 25th May

*** TODAY'S PUZZLE *** Another Friday brings another masterclass where we attempt to solve today's cryptic crossword from @TheTimes. As usual, it's a harder puzzle than average with some wonderful clues (and the intro has more crossword news than usual so please check it out!) (If you do enjoy these crossword videos, please do try and leave a ...

I solve a 5x9 cryptic crossword, set by Bob Weisz. A fantastic bitesize slice of cryptics! I hope you enjoy :) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) The puzzle I'm solving today is here: https://talesfromthecrypticcrosswords.blogspot.com/2025/02/shouting-clues ...

I solve a 7x7 cryptic crossword, set by Bob Weisz. A fantastic bitesize slice of cryptics! I hope you enjoy :) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) The puzzle I'm solving today is here: https://talesfromthecrypticcrosswords.blogspot.com/2024/09/overheard-in ...

I solve a 5x7 cryptic crossword, set by Bob Weisz. A fantastic bitesize slice of cryptics! I hope you enjoy :) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) The puzzle I'm solving today is here: https://talesfromthecrypticcrosswords.blogspot.com/2025/01/dream-pops ...

Simon explains how to correctly read the clues in The Times Quick Cryptic on 6 Feb 18 but lets you solve them.

Explains how to use Crossword Compiler to make and fill grid suitable for a standard cryptic or quick puzzle, both automatically and then (semi-)manually. Demonstrates how to write clues, use clues from a database or dictionary, and anagram tools to help writing cryptic puzzles. Quick tour of key settings, print and export options. You can also ...

*** TODAY'S PUZZLE *** In the latest edition of our attempts to solve a Friday Times crossword, Simon tackles today's puzzle - some awesome clues in a tricky puzzle - and it'll probably make you laugh at some of Simon's reactions. (If you do enjoy these crossword videos, please do try and leave a "like" or "subscribe"; we would really ...

I solve a 15x15 cryptic crossword, set by Gennaro from MyCrossword.co.uk - one of the highest rated setters on the site. https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) The puzzle I'm solving today is here: https://www.mycrossword.co.uk/cryptic/2223 Gennaro has kindly ...

I solve a 7x7 cryptic crossword, set by @nate on crosshare.org. A fantastic bitesize slice of cryptics made with only 4-word clues! I hope you enjoy :) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) This is a cool puzzle, using only 4-word clues - so clever! You can find ...

*** TODAY'S PUZZLE *** Another Friday brings another masterclass where we attempt to solve today's cryptic crossword from @TheTimes. As usual, it's a harder puzzle than average with some wonderful clues :) (If you do enjoy these crossword videos, please do try and leave a "like" or "subscribe"; we would really appreciate it and hopefully other ...

*** TODAY'S PUZZLE *** Another Friday brings a MONSTER of a Times crossword - the second hardest regular puzzle for over 2 years! And, of course, many of the clues are absolutely wonderful... except 17ac - which is the worst clue ever :) (If you do enjoy these crossword videos, please do try and leave a "like" or "subscribe"; we would really ...

*** TODAY'S PUZZLE *** A stunning cryptic crossword today from @TheTimes with one of my favourite clues of recent times (the Fleet Street one!). Here we try and explain how to solve it :) (If you do enjoy these crossword videos, please do try and leave a "like" or "subscribe"; we would really appreciate it and hopefully other people who get ...

I solve a 5x5 cryptic crossword, set by @nate on crosshare.org. A fantastic bitesize slice of cryptics with a lovely twist! I hope you enjoy :) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) This is a cool puzzle, which manages to get 6-letter answers into a 5x5 grid ...

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,498 (and mark 500 subscribers by showing my face). To see real experts solve crosswords and other puzzles: Cracking the Cryptic - https://www.youtube.com/@UCC-UOdK8-mIjxBQm_ot1T-Q David Webb/Dweebovision - https://www.youtube.com/@UC-8sPGr787Ep8m2JCmkw0tA The Cryptic Mystic ...

I solve a 7x7 cryptic crossword, set by @nate on crosshare.org. A fantastic bitesize slice of cryptics! I hope you enjoy :) https://buymeacoffee.com/thecrypticmystic If you enjoy my content, feel free to support the channel at Buy Me A Coffee :) This is a "Quick Cryptic" using only 4 types of clue - making it a great puzzle for beginners. You ...

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,578 (and make a cheesy typo). To see real experts solve crosswords and other puzzles: Cracking the Cryptic - https://www.youtube.com/@UCC-UOdK8-mIjxBQm_ot1T-Q David Webb/Dweebovision - https://www.youtube.com/@UC-8sPGr787Ep8m2JCmkw0tA The Cryptic Mystic - https://www.youtube ...

Support this channel at https://www.patreon.com/dweebovision In this video, I'm solving the Times Cryptic Crossword puzzle. This crossword has been published in the Times newspaper since 1 February 1930. Crossword Wizardry: Expert Conquers the Times Cryptic Puzzle! If you're a fan of crosswords, then you'll love this video! In this Dweebovision ...