Free to solve at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti..., sample from today's Nimrod @the-independent.com xword: Slimmed manner, not so round? (8) @derekharrison.bsky.social @timlihoreau.bsky.social @jon-summers.bsky.social @tilsit999.bsky.social @somsram.bsky.social @knutcrosswords.bsky.social

I'm back in the Indy today, with clues like: Mouthy art student is trying, to an extent (9) Solve for free here - I hope you enjoy it! puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

To ‘ultra-crepidate’ (19th century) is to lecture others on subjects you know very little about.

Delighted to have compiled today's Indy puzzle. I hope you enjoy. puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

It’s my puzzle in the Independent today. (Wot, no Phi? He’s back tomorrow). Clues include: Wet and cold, perhaps, one covers up at home (6) Strong birds? Turkeys and geese to name two (5) Security protecting Harris finally leaves (5) #cryptic #crossword puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

I'm back on my childish nonsense in today's Indy. Here's one of the more sensible clues: Take remedy to keep fit (7) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

Whatever happens, eviscerated Truss associated with a big lettuce (2,3,5) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

Chuffed and amazed to be back in the Indy as Magus @ puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent *hides behind sofa* Hide from Jersey Boy’s Brothers? (8) Nick Knowles’s ultimate essential? (5) Ben & Jerry’s ice cream opened by bird (9)

I'm in the Independent again! (Bluejacket #4, 12136, Mon 1st Sep 25) 10a: Way in which we're sure to have an impact? (9,6) 16d: Huge monster returning? No thanks, I've left! (9) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

I set today’s Independent #cryptic #crossword. Northern miners ultimately like somewhere to sleep, presumably? (8) https://puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent?puzzleDate=20250826

Perhaps his reign gets misinterpreted (9) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

I’ve mulled over posting this for months now. But yesterday it came to a head. And I’m aware that the people who need to see it will either not be here, or will suggest that I’m lying. I live near an asylum hotel. The reason I didn’t post earlier is that I didn’t want to raise undue attention

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My gift to the theme-blind today in the Independent, featuring: Give funny order to “be calm and get wine” (6) Fruit that woman fed to hawks (8) Number 1? He’s picked Pope! (8) #cryptic #crossword puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

It’s (not its) #InternationalApostropheDay so here’s a link to my article that discusses (amongst other things) these wee beasties and how your computer tricks you into using the wrong ones ' ’ peoplewithissues.org/what-you-key...

Structure stems from anarchy (5,4) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent #cryptic #crossword

I set today’s crossword in the Independent. puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... Hope you enjoy!

I set today’s cryptic crossword in the Independent. Sample clue: What’s close to eight, closer to nine, and closer to eleven too? (3) Solve it FOR FREE at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent

Join me for an afternoon learning how to solve cryptic crossword puzzles in the fine city of Norwich on the 7th September. Tickets here: thehollowaynorwich.com/events/RVb6g... Shares and word of mouth appreciated!

Mystery wide brick? (8) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

1 in 3 doctors were born overseas. 1 in 2 builders were born overseas. 1 in 6 nurses were born overseas. 1 in 4 transport workers were born overseas. 1 in 7 UK business founders were born overseas. 1 in 5 university academics were born overseas. The UK would be screwed without them.

360 minutes of knockout football in this tournament. England have been in the lead for 1 minute. #Champions

I’m in the Indy cryptic slot again today. A couple of sample clues to whet your appetite: - Dutch practised capturing Belgium for experiment (6) - Crime mostly lower in Greater Manchester area (8) Solve for free online at: puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... Enjoy!

Perhaps Melania initially only becoming American for Trump? (6) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

I have the Indy slot today. Sample clues: Line attached to electronic plug? (4) Broadcast on genes, the historical building blocks? (10) Bishop having sex when in his cups, stops (8) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

Post Office blocking argument warning of crime? My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

It’s my puzzle in the Independent today. Hope you enjoy! puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

I set today’s puzzle in the Independent, featuring: He thought he was mad, asserted leader of council (9) Check statement of one chasing after lecturer (5) Lubed up Greek scored no problem (4) #cryptic #crossword puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

Host on one leg (6) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

I set today(28th)’s #cryptic #crossword in The Independent. Solve free online here: https://puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent?puzzleDate=20250628

Sometimes they navigate watercourses, following fish (2-7) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

Sample clue from today's Knut cryptic crossword in the Indy: Famous figure Willy Russell last seen in court (6) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

By some miracle, I’m back in Indy waters as Magus @ puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent Spanking offer? (6) Middle of old age? (5) Superhero split female in two! (4,3)

I'm back in the Independent, here with some choice words and phrases for everyone! (Bluejacket, 12073, Thu 19th Jun 25) 19a. Betrayed spouse, principally with ex (4) 6d. Kid catches Labradors climbing for fun on table (8) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

Melancholy rhymes with cola, surprisingly (10) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

Chuffed to be back in the Indy today, with clues including... Mock orange leader of nationalist government visiting country bordering Israel (7) Solve for free here: puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

November is boring month for a lot of people (4) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

I'm back with some more nonsense in today's Independent crossword - hope you enjoy it! puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

How is the endeavour to learn how to do cryptic crosswords going, I hear you all ask. Well! Even for my poor dyslexic brain. One top tip though for anyone else attempting this exciting mind-bending journey of wits: it helps if, once you figure out an answer, you write it down in the right place...

I like lap dancing, meat and beer? (5,4) Cricketer dropping catch utilises Mitchell Marsh’s tips batting second (3,7) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

"I've got a brand new content harvester"

I set today’s cryptic crossword for @the-independent.com Sample clue: Socks and pants abandoned by the side of river (5) Solve it FOR FREE at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent

Made Charlie shake less with drugs, primarily (7) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

NOT gate is NOR gate when tweaked (7) My puzzle today in The Independent, free at puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

Chuffed+ to Indy debut as Magus @ puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/cryptic-crossword-independent. NODS to Amoeba, Coot & Twm with special thanks to ‪@eimi-indy.bsky.social‬ for boldly putting the lie (the heartless rejection bit) to my 1a.‬ Compiler’s heartless boss rejected rubbish enclosure (9)‬‬

I'm delighted to be back as Amoeba in @the-independent.com today, with clues including: Rickety old car hit entrance to college, leaving youngster in cast (5,5) You can solve it for FREE here: puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... I hope you enjoy it!

I set today’s Indy cryptic -> puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... Clues include: Volkswagen Polo discovered as girlfriend goes outside (4) Sir Alan Parker on the radio, maybe to add positive spin (9) Visiting Arsenal - City occasionally counter (5) No spoilers, ta!

The Prime Minister imitating Enoch Powell’s ‘Rivers of Blood’ speech is sickening. That speech fuelled decades of racism and division. Echoing it today is a disgrace. It adds to anti-migrant rhetoric that puts lives at risk. Shame on you, Keir Starmer.

I'm in the Independent again! (Bluejacket, 12040, Sun 11th May 25) 15a: Bluffer's expression perfect when holding decent card (5,4) 14d: Eleventh-hour comeback using creative thinking (9) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

Delighted to have the Indy slot today including: Officer, after sinking ship, to change navy (9) Cone of lava, endlessly active? (7) Wipe then flush: not hard instructions (6) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...