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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.

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 ...

Crack the code to solving cryptic crossword clues! 🧠 In this video, I’ll talk about reversal and hidden word clues, what they are and how setters use them! After the tutorial, we’ll put your new skills to the test with 2 mini cryptic crosswords by Melanie Branton from Crosshare.org designed around reversals and hidden words clues. What ...

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.

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

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Give it a shot! 4 types of clues, each one accessible -- solved by my 8th-grade students Full puzzle here: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick-cryptic/54

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 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 ...

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 ...

*** 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 ...

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

*** TODAY'S PUZZLE *** A ridiculously good crossword today from the brain of John Guiver (who constructs under the pseudonym Shackleton). We'll be lucky to see a finer broadsheet cryptic this year - just look at the grid too!! The puzzle is available to play on The Times crossword club website (which is behind their paywall): https://www ...

*** 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 *** An absolutely beautiful crossword today from @TheTimes with many memorable and exceptionally well-worded clues. 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 recommended ...

*** 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 ...

In this third 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/minicryptic3.html Remember that you can play various daily puzzles at: https://clarity-media.com/ Let us know if you found this video useful or ...

*** TODAY'S PUZZLE *** One of the most brutal cryptic crosswords you'll ever see today from @TheTimes! We have it on good authority it's the work of John Henderson (Enigmatist) who has managed to create a puzzle so difficult the SNITCH rating is far far higher than any other crossword ever! (The SNITCH has been running for 10 years!!) We hope ...

Whether you’re looking for cryptic or quick crosswords or hoping to test your Sudoku skills, visit our puzzles page - now updated daily with new challenges and clues.

I solve an absolutely mind-blowing 15x15 cryptic crossword, with hidden messages and all sorts set by Henri 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 ...

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,674 (and nearly "cave"). 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.com ...

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 ...

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?

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,639 (and get slightly Tramp-led). 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 ...

Simon guides us through The Times Crossword on Bank Holiday Monday (27 Aug 18) and explains his thought process for each clue.

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,676 (and complete it, by George!). 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 ...

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

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,627 (and make dogged progress). 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 ...

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

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,645 (and I, for one, welcome the redesign). 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 ...

🧩 Solving a Cryptic Crossword by Henri (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 ...

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

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 ...

*** TODAY'S PUZZLE *** A fantastic achievement for The Sunday Times which has reached its 5000th Cryptic Crossword. Apparently there were 5 authors - we presume the likes of Dean Mayer and others - who compose the crossword most weekends. There are a lot of wonderful clues in this puzzle and Simon blames his brain for not unscrambling them more ...

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,678 (and I'm definitely a square). 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 ...

In which I attempt to solve the Guardian's Cryptic Crossword No. 29,672 (and it's tough!). 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.com ...

🧠 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 ...

*** 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 ...

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 ...

Short tutorial from @The_Cryptic_Mystic on how to solve a cryptic crossword clue Clue courtesy of PostMark on mycrossword.co.uk - with their full consent

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 ...

#dailymail #crossword #crosswordpuzzles Today's Daily Mail Cryptic Crossword Answers November 15 2024 SOLVED ACROSS 1. Petite iron designed for one with a suit(10) Daily Mail Cryptic 7. Old song concerning an idler(8) Daily Mail Cryptic Crossword Clue 8. Opening or partly closing a temple(4) 9. Herb in perfect condition-(4) 10. Satisfied with ...

Metro Cryptic Crossword Answers SOLVED November 15 2024 Metro Cryptic Crossword Answers November 15, 2024, if you need help solving the Metro Cryptic Crossword Puzzle Clue on 11/15/24, we’ve solved all of the crossword clues solutions for the Metro Cryptic puzzle below. Across 7. A poser in entertainment? (6) Metro Cryptic Crossword Clue 8 ...

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