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Smylers @smylers.uk · 01/10/2026

Well you should've tied them down better.

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Chris Evans @mpcryptics.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Bewildered that today will likely be my final cryptic in the Independent. Thanks to all those who've solved my puzzles over the past four years. Excellent copper fired round fleeing yard (6) Tube train home cancelled? South Western shall accommodate (5) ams.cdn.arkadiumhosted.com/assets/globa...

The Newcastle United manager, Matthias Jaissle, raising both hands to his head with a bewildered expression on his face.

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amoebacrosswords.bsky.social @amoebacrosswords.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

An update for those concerned about the Independent cryptic crossword's demise, from its current editor.

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ecclescrosswords.bsky.social @ecclescrosswords.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

While the campaign to save @the-independent.com #crossword continues, worth continuing to point out what a fantastic opportunity this is for @theipaper.com . No better daily cryptic - they know this already, as recycled ones form a key part of their strong puzzle section. @olyduff.bsky.social

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PeterMF @petermoorefuller.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Bard is back in the Indy today, featuring: Trendy adult board game place in the USA (7) Examined origins of surveillance culture with subjective article (6) Play for free here: puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti... #cryptic #crossword

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The Independent's Cryptic Crossword | Play Online for Free | Independent

Play The Independent's Cryptic Crossword instantly online. The Independent's Cryptic Crossword is a fun and engaging Online game from The Independent. Play it and other games from The Independent.

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

If it wasn’t anonymous, I might mention that I set today’s Times cryptic crossword. Clues include: Teenagers pong excessively, but only a fraction wash (6) Compiler’s current cracking standard to worsen? (6) #cryptic #crossword

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Abdul K. @abdvl.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

For anyone interested in solving, I have a puzzle featured in Rookie Corner under the pseudonym Ark (initials of my full name). The blog post should be up soon, where all constructive criticism is welcome! crypticcrosswords.net/puzzles/rook...

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Rookie Corner 643

A Puzzle by Ark + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + – + [raw] [/raw] + – + – + &#82…

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Boatman Cryptics @boatmancryptics.co.uk · 27/09/2026

Last call! I can take one more person on my autumn online masterclass for aspiring setters and advanced solvers if you reply in the next few days ... Release your inner fiendishness over two afternoons on Saturday 7 and 14 November: boatmancryptics.co.uk/crossword-ma...

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Rob Jacques @knutcrosswords.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I set September's news-themed crossword for the @financialtimes.com. Sample clue: Wealthy chap Tice finally introduced to raunchy blonde (3,4) Solve the puzzle here: www.ft.com/content/f760...

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Sunday Number 164: News Puzzle

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Twm @twm-barlwm.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I set today’s Sunday Telegraph Prize Toughie www.telegraph.co.uk/puzzles/inde... Private Victor Watts has deserted (5) Weed this writer's spotted in middle of cowpat (4) Old people online civil in retirement? Not entirely (5)

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Guinevere 🎲🎲 @guineverecryptic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Really chuffed to make my debut as the setter of the Minute Cryptic ‘Mini’ crossword today! The 7x7 Mini is one of the many benefits you get if you’re a paid-up member of MC. Pleased to see it’s going down well so far! Thank you so much for the opportunity @lrlr.bsky.social! #cryptic #crossword

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Longyfan @longyfan.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Back in the Indy as Longitude today! Yes, you’re plugging USB into box the wrong way round (6-2) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/daily-...

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Liari @liari.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Potoroo is back in the Telegraph Toughie today. We hope you enjoy! www.telegraph.co.uk/puzzles/puzz...

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Telegraph Puzzles

Telegraph Puzzles - Play daily online games including crosswords, sudoku, kakuro, codewords, PlusWord and more

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Rachel Playforth @archelina.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Seizing the moment, excitedly point out crisp (13) A scene from my daily life and also a clue from today's Telegraph cryptic crossword (my first time setting it!)

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Spinning Potato Chips

Alt: GIF of a mesmerising potato crisp rotating on a black background

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John Henderson @enigmatistelgar.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Did you know that @the-independent.com is planning to shelve its cryptic crossword at the end of October? Get involved, by contacting the Indy directly, by retweeting this post and/or by commenting at fifteensquared.net/2026/09/21/i.... Save the Indy #crossword!!

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Independent Cryptic Crossword – the future – Fifteensquared

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John Henderson @enigmatistelgar.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The future of the Independent #Cryptic #Crossword: fifteensquared.net/2026/09/21/i...

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Independent Cryptic Crossword – the future – Fifteensquared

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Twm @twm-barlwm.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Repost! More RC grads: Amoeba/Tango, Cranberry/Fez, Grecian/Brockwell, Widdersbel/Salty, Methuselah/Chameleon, Conto/Bluebird, Maize, Dutch, Wire/Leonidas/Karla, Soup, Sirdakka/Norman, Steerpike/Italicus, Mev/Ix, Skinny, Dharma, Madcap, Jeemz, Dill, Beet, Atrica, Brunel, Hubble, Hippogryph, Whynot.

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Rob Jacques @knutcrosswords.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I set today's Indy cryptic. It'll be my last since the decision has been made to end the series on 31.10. Boo. I'd like to thank Mike for his help as editor down the years. He published my first puzzle and has been an absolute pleasure to work for. puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

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The Independent's Cryptic Crossword | Play Online for Free | Independent

Play The Independent's Cryptic Crossword instantly online. The Independent's Cryptic Crossword is a fun and engaging Online game from The Independent. Play it and other games from The Independent.

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amoebacrosswords.bsky.social @amoebacrosswords.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Another marvellous Filbert in today's Independent - but only five more to savour before the paper discontinues its crossword, sadly.

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Raider @mycrossword.co.uk · 19/09/2026

🚀 New MyCrossword release... well, sort of. I've been adding a few bits and pieces to the site lately so I thought I'd mention them here.

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Twm @twm-barlwm.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Attention rookie crossword setters! The crossword website bigdave44.com – the internet’s most active crossword review blog (34,500 visitors per week and 89,000 page views) – is encouraging more puzzles from new compilers for its weekly Rookie Corner slot.

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ecclescrosswords.bsky.social @ecclescrosswords.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Sad news that The Independent is to stop its Cryptic Crossword in November, barring a last minute change of heart. It has forged its own distinct identity and will leave a great hole. Particular credit to Mike for introducing so many new great new setters to the professional ranks.

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amoebacrosswords.bsky.social @amoebacrosswords.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Both games are brilliant (and weirdly horny)

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amoebacrosswords.bsky.social @amoebacrosswords.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Tango is back in today's Times Quick Cryptic today. Clues include: Metal implant reconfigured to protect you (8) I hope you enjoy it!

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amoebacrosswords.bsky.social @amoebacrosswords.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Weatherman is back in today's Toughie! Extremely catty row about award for play (9) You can solve the full puzzle in the paper, the app, or online - I hope you enjoy it.

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Chris Drew @mesnilman.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Today's Guardian Cryptic has been set by the ever wonderful @guineverecryptic.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/crosswords/c...

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Cryptic crossword No 30,113

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Dan Dickens @brockwellgrecian.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I set today’s Guardian cryptic crossword. You may need to dig deep to get some of these: Kitty cheers up content from YouTuber (6) Fashion doll’s cape with a fancy border (9) Darkness is hell for plants (11) www.theguardian.com/crosswords/c...

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Cryptic crossword No 30,112

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Guinevere 🎲🎲 @guineverecryptic.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Dice Quick Cryptic today - hope you enjoy! Setter name-dropping was entirely coincidental, but fun! Playing pieces – Odo’s and mine – all over the place! (8) Veiled origins of unique names spurring Elgar’s enigmatic notations (6) Setter’s somewhat comedic endeavours (4) #cryptic #crossword

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Quick cryptic crossword No 128

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Coot @coot.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

If that wasn’t enough, my friendly, feathered alter ego, Loon, makes another appearance in the Times Quick Cryptic slot: Welcome rum during drunken yoga (4,3) #cryptic #crossword

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Guinevere 🎲🎲 @guineverecryptic.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Hope anyone solving the Times Main Cryptic enjoys it today… and also enjoy the debut Quick from @henriwords.com! The main setter should be honoured to share the day with you 🥰 You saw some four or more roe deer or moose? (7) Lured down, confused, crossing River Styx here? (10) #cryptic #crossword

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CranberryFez @cranberryfez.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Fez in the MyCrossword 'Featured' slot today - many thanks to @mycrossword.co.uk Number Ten cool lying about Partygate, essentially (6) Plant root and branch, with leaves (5) As if they had time to be worried about ballet dancing! (6,2,3,3) www.mycrossword.co.uk/featured/19

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Featured crossword No 19 · MyCrossword

Solve Featured crossword No 19 on MyCrossword. 15x15 grid with 34 clues by Fez. Published Mon 7 Sep 2026. Free to solve online.

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Henri @henriwords.com · 07/09/2026

Beyond delighted to make my #cryptic #crossword setting debut in the Times Quick Cryptic as Jaspa today! Hope you enjoy it ☺️ #AchievementUnlocked

THE TIMES
Monday, 07 September 2026
Times Quick Cryptic No 3400 by Jaspa

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Guinevere 🎲🎲 @guineverecryptic.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Dice is back in the Quiptic today - hope you enjoy - and did you spot the theme? Nibbles of grapes, olives, unagi, dips and cheese (5) Couple Mummy Pig brought up in large book (7) Money I waste, ultimately, on underwear (9) #cryptic #crossword

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Quiptic crossword No 1,398

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Twm @twm-barlwm.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I set today's Times cryptic crossword www.thetimes.com/puzzles/cros... Republican going into clear lead is an irritation (6,4) Reviewed here by @crackingthecryptic.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJZc...

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Times Cryptic Masterclass: 4 September 2026 - WHAT A DEBUT!

YouTube video by Cracking The Cryptic

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Dan Dickens @brockwellgrecian.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

I set today’s Guardian cryptic crossword. Let me know if you need Help! Musicians performing late in ancient city (3,7) Car rentals regularly in competition (6) Blue Ivy Carter initially supports Beyonce’s latest nonsense (6) www.theguardian.com/crosswords/c...

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Cryptic crossword No 30,102

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Daisy Christodoulou @daisychristo.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Our start of term Substack is on the relative difficulty of the Guardian cryptic crossword over the last century. Comparative Judgement is amazing at measuring the difficulty of tests over time, so this was an obvious case study! substack.nomoremarking.com/p/the-diffic...

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The difficulty of the Guardian Crossword, 1930 to 2026

Waugh is put out, Slope goes down and Golding is ungilded

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PostMarkCryptic.bsky.social @postmarkcryptic.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Pleased to have compiled today's Independent crossword. Including: During dry spell, love going for a drink (7) Progress at last, a substitute for milk! (8) Scotch barely open, flipping rubbish party folds (7) puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...

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The Independent's Cryptic Crossword | Play Online for Free | Independent

Play The Independent's Cryptic Crossword instantly online. The Independent's Cryptic Crossword is a fun and engaging Online game from The Independent. Play it and other games from The Independent.

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Guinevere 🎲🎲 @guineverecryptic.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Hope you enjoy the first ever Tuesday Dice puzzle! Maybe something appropriate for this time of year… Nice places being arranged – somewhere to accommodate writers (6-4) Open-minded nude American Bishop is sacked (8) #cryptic #crossword www.theguardian.com/crosswords/c...

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Cryptic crossword No 30,100

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heroncrosswords.bsky.social @heroncrosswords.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I’m responsible for the back page cryptic in today’s Daily Telegraph. Hope there’s enjoyment to be had! Thanks @smylers.uk for the write-ups

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Henri @henriwords.com · 31/08/2026

I am delighted to be back on the Crossword Centre with a new barred thematic #cryptic #crossword puzzle called “I am the Eggman” 🥚🙎‍♂️ “Goo-goo g'joob!”

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Twm @twm-barlwm.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

I set today’s Sunday Telegraph prize Toughie www.telegraph.co.uk/puzzles/inde... Work wherever you find room in hotel, day in Stoke wasted (3-4) Transcribe copy, grand or humble (4,4,1,3)

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