The Guardian Cryptic Crossword No. 29274 – Clues and Answers

This crossword No. 29274 clues and answers were published on Tue 09 Jan 2024 and the puzzle can be visited by following The Guardian Cryptic Crossword No. 29274 link.

All Across Clues and Answers:


1-acrossJoker loving to snort line, very keen on a party? : CARDCARRYING
9-acrossParisian bank ultimately cut interest completely : RIVET
10-acrossFrench painter losing head about place for putting colour : SAGEGREEN
11-acrossHerb Alpert undressed, say, when playing : PARSLEY
12-acrossPress in numbers around important theatre figure : SURGEON
13-acrossPresident’s touring Scottish island, a bit of a sight : CROSSHAIRS
15-acrossThe Ancient Mariner, say, returns for Arabian big fish : EMIR
18-acrossMaybe enjoy the Sun’s introduction to burning question : BASK
19-acrossNote haircut with perfect means of increasing volume : MICROPHONE
22-acrossGame turned round: possibly I initially underestimated Man U : URANIUM
24-acrossOne may fix an Ascot sporting event, given 151 pence : TIECLIP
25-acrossCockney’s hair dressing publication is an attractive item : BARMAGNET
26-acrossCompany founder seen on the box for honey : SUGAR
27-acrossSky viewer may see this tip-top snooker feat, pocketing balls : GREATREDSPOT

All Down Clues and Answers:


1-down – Head of Chinese State Intelligence is yawning : CAVERNOUS
2-down – Devoid of mercy, like an incomplete Bible? : RUTHLESS
3-down – Not demanding retiring copper must take the lead : CUSHY
4-down – Record-holder is behind, checking heart on run : REGISTRAR
5-down – Turn up in Mongolian dwelling? One might be potted : YOGURT
6-down – She’s related new and extremely innovative chronicle : NIECE
7-down – Some latitude over shot headed by right back : TROPIC
8-down – More fatuous, exclusive clothing article : INANER
14-down – Turkey portion, like one given to a child : ASIAMINOR
16-down – Spooner’s N. American diving bird may glow in the dark : MOONLIGHT
17-down – Top tennis player, holding soft drink, steps on it : SPEEDSUP
18-down – Promos for covers of rubbish Britpop band put first : BLURBS
20-down – Something Britain had from legislator in Ireland : EMPIRE
21-down – Beer tucked into by American adult, one smashed at parties : PINATA
23-down – More beautiful female ditched a clothes horse : AIRER
24-down – Maybe the opening of a Sylvia Plath letter dragged awkwardly : TOTED

This crossword has in total 30 where 14 are across and 16 are down.

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