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.
Clothes for queen’s guard ditching uniform in spin-cycle? Minute Cryptic Answer
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The Answer is… DRAG
Helpful Hints
- 'Ditching' and 'in spin-cycle?' are our indicators — one tells us to reverse some letters and the other to delete something.
- Our fodder is 'guard' and 'uniform'. We'll need to use the letters of one along with a short substitute for the other, as the indicators direct.
- The definition is 'Clothes for queen' — what kind of clothes might a queen wear?
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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