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How to solve a cryptic crossword

How to solve a cryptic crossword

Cryptic crosswords made easy. Become a genius at them in three minutes.

  • David Baddiel tries to understand cryptic crosswords

Made by Splinter Design, originally published on 7 September 2018

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    22 August 2024
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