Minute Cryptic offers a daily dose of delightful wordplay with a single cryptic crossword clue. Unlike regular crosswords, cryptic clues have two parts: a straightforward definition and a second meaning hidden through clever wordplay. Your challenge is to decipher both layers to find the answer that fits the grid.
If you need help finding the solution for today, the answers for Minute Cryptic can be found below.
Christmas now? Minute Cryptic Answer
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The Answer is… PRESENT DAY
Helpful Hints
- This clue is a double definition. Most clues have a single definition (and the rest of the clue functions as letterplay and wordplay), but in a double definition you split the clue in two and each part functions as a definition for the answer. So, our answer will somehow represent 'Christmas', and the question mark on the end of the clue suggests that this might be a slightly stretchy definition.
- This clue is a double definition. Most clues have a single definition (and the rest of the clue functions as letterplay and wordplay), but in a double definition you split the clue in two and each part functions as a definition for the answer. So, our answer will somehow represent 'now' - what 7-letter + 3-letter phrase could represent 'now'?
We hope that helps you solve your Minute Cryptic today. For answers to other puzzles—including the most recent ones—be sure to check out our ongoing Minute Cryptic Answers guide.
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