The Guardian Cryptic Crossword No. 26900 – Clues and Answers

This crossword No. 26900 clues and answers were published on Thu 02 Jun 2016 and the puzzle can be visited by following The Guardian Cryptic Crossword No. 26900 link.

All Across Clues and Answers:


7-acrossRetreats, voicing acute misgivings : HIDEOUTS
9-acrossMen, say, working for Pacific state : OREGON
10-acrossPut away one dropping litter — about time! : STOW
11-acrossRegular current deposits placed here : FLOODPLAIN
12-acrossMother wears camp make-up : FORMAT
14-acrossThe best clothes for happy kids : GLADRAGS
15-acrossTender parking by pub with excellent service : PINNACE
17-acrossMaybe it’s Henry throwing papers outside : PERHAPS
20-acrossMeet by chance behind horse : BUMPINTO
22-acrossThey manage the main booze suppliers : COPERS
23-acrossPropose, then curl up together by serving unit : TABLESPOON
24-acrossBishop agreed to provide extras : BYES
25-acrossHappy to prattle endlessly : BLITHE
26-acrossStand in river going over back exercise : DEPUTISE

All Down Clues and Answers:


1-down – Experts visit our assembly : VIRTUOSI
2-down – Homeowner stifles beastly outburst : MEOW
3-down – Polish and French food served here : BUFFET
4-down – Undertaking activity for hangman? : WORDGAME
5-down – They give a hand with it by franchise : DEALERSHIP
6-down – Dull king captivated by sound of spring : BORING
8-down – Small pet is bad for one’s breathing : SMOGGY
13-down – Couple carry a flower over to doctor : MANIPULATE
16-down – Brought back some ferrets in a cardboard box : CANISTER
18-down – Unreasonable way to pay the bard? : PERVERSE
19-down – Played alone with frisky poodles, when lead removed : SOLOED
21-down – A blues composition, fit for purpose : USABLE
22-down – Ape gathers one in the treetops : CANOPY
24-down – Hit victim behind target : BUTT

This crossword has in total 28 where 14 are across and 14 are down.

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