The Guardian Cryptic Crossword No. 28466 – Clues and Answers

This crossword No. 28466 clues and answers were published on Tue 08 Jun 2021 and the puzzle can be visited by following The Guardian Cryptic Crossword No. 28466 link.

All Across Clues and Answers:


1-acrossReceptacle on table, such as golf trophy : EGGCUP
5-acrossSuitable situation outside Italy secured by primate : APPOSITE
9-acrossProposition toff with mournful tone : PLANGENT
10-acrossSpartan character too short to reach medicine bottles : PHIALS
11-acrossOld fogey, doctored, needing particular set of sheets : SQUARERIGGED
13-acrossOnset of distinguished setter’s swift decline : DIVE
14-acrossReserve placed on abridgement of long almanac : YEARBOOK
17-acrossFixer for boss establishes company : SETSCREW
18-acrossNext bird perched on side of nest : THEN
20-acrossCoppers formerly attending fete where no robbery’s involved? : FAIREXCHANGE
23-acrossMum with whiskey welcoming soldier back home, US style : WIGWAM
24-acrossPupils in nearby comprehensive : ALLROUND
25-acrossMoorland accommodation failed to impress : FELLFLAT
26-acrossComplete updates, just the thing to stop whistle-blowers : REFITS

All Down Clues and Answers:


2-down – Outgrowth caused by parasite in cheek : GALL
3-down – Caddies stored up wine in empty cellars : CANISTERS
4-down – Rent reduced in youngster’s contract prior to match : PRENUP
5-down – Quirky weatherman, 40, perfect for me! : AFTERMYOWNHEART
6-down – I potentially procure eco-friendly carrier : PAPERBAG
7-down – Smart fleece : STING
8-down – Discussed naval base in appropriate port : TALKEDOVER
12-down – Moderate cook is reliable : LIBERALISE
15-down – Gambler not doing well with additional funds? : BETTEROFF
16-down – First beast of burden being loaded close to the centre : PROXIMAL
19-down – View back of sinister man adjusting flies? : ANGLER
21-down – Reverse edges of inferior part of spur : ROWEL
22-down – Insect pest in emerging nations : GNAT

This crossword has in total 27 where 14 are across and 13 are down.

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