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How to Solve a Cryptic Crossword

Timeshift · Season 8 · Episode 5
Don Manley reveals the tricks that compilers use to bamboozle and entertain cryptic crossword solvers, while fans including Prunella Scales explain why they enjoy them.

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Season
8
Episode
5
Air Date
10/Nov/2008
Air Time
21:00
Runtime
60 min

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Don Manley reveals the tricks that compilers use to bamboozle and entertain cryptic crossword solvers, while fans including Prunella Scales explain why they enjoy them.

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