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Canine denied stick? (4) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
Searching for the answer to Canine denied stick? (4) in today’s Minute Cryptic Crossword? Look no further! We’ve provided the solution to help you finish the puzzle and make the most of your crossword-solving experience.
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This clue's indicator is 'denied' and this is loose. It's a deletion indicator, flagging that we need to remove something quite specific from some neighbouring fodder.
This clue's fodder is 'Canine'. We'll use these letters (or some of them) to reach our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
Our definition here is 'stick', and our answer will be another word for that.
The answer to Canine denied stick? (4) is CANE.
The cryptic crossword clue "Canine denied stick? (4)" leads to the answer "CANE." Here's how it's broken down: The word "canine" refers to a "dog," but in cryptic clues, it's common for part of the clue to be a pun or wordplay.
"Denied" suggests removing a letter from "canine." If you remove the letter "I" (which can represent "self" or "ego" in some cryptic contexts) from "canine," you're left with "CANE," which is also a type of stick.
The whole clue combines both the definition ("stick") and the wordplay ("canine denied" means taking out a letter from "canine").
Minute Cryptic
A Minute Cryptic is a type of crossword puzzle that focuses on very short, often tricky clues that require quick and sharp thinking. These puzzles typically feature concise clues that challenge solvers to think outside the box and consider alternative meanings, wordplay, or indirect references.
Unlike traditional cryptic clues, which may have more detailed explanations, Minute Cryptics are designed to be solved in a very short amount of time, often making them ideal for quick bursts of mental exercise. They tend to require both a good understanding of wordplay and a high level of familiarity with common crossword conventions, but their brevity makes them a fun and engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
