Explore a medium-difficulty crossword focused on record holders and extremes in cryptic puzzle creation. Perfect for 3rd to 5th graders interested in puzzles and wordplay.
Famous Minds Behind Cryptic Clues is a easy crossword puzzle with 16 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.
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Famous Minds Behind Cryptic Clues
Perfect for beginners with simple, common vocabulary
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- 1. Hidden or secret, like cryptic clues
- 3. Clever and funny, often used in clue style
- 6. A question with a tricky answer
- 7. A clever or deceptive move in clues
- 9. A challenging problem to solve
- 11. What you do to finish a puzzle
- 13. Surname of a known cryptic setter
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- 2. Intelligent or clever, good for setters
- 4. Helpful information in puzzles
- 5. Type of puzzle with hidden meanings
- 8. Short form of a common puzzle type
- 10. Hints used to solve a puzzle
- 12. First name of a well-known puzzle creator
- 14. Basic unit of language in puzzles
- 15. A mystery or puzzle to unravel
- 16. New or original, often used for styles
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- Perfect for beginners with simple, common vocabulary