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.
Oceanographer’s 9 to 5 is noble? Minute Cryptic Answer
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The Answer is…ARGON
Helpful Hints
- This clue's indicator is '9 to 5' and it's a selection indicator telling us which letter(s) to select from some neighbouring fodder.
- This clue's fodder is 'Oceanographer'. We'll use these letters (or some of them) to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
- Our definition here is 'is noble?'. Our answer will be something known for being noble, and the question mark prompts us to think well beyond the surface reading of the clue.
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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