Liking when head of state becomes centrist? (5) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
Searching for the answer to “Liking when head of state becomes centrist? (5)” 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.
Hints
'Head of' and 'becomes centrist?' are our indicators — one tells us which letter to pay attention to, and the other tells us what to do with it.
Our fodder is 'state'. We'll use its letters to form our answer, as directed by the indicator(s).
The definition is 'Liking', and our answer will be one of its synonyms.
The answer to "Liking when head of state becomes centrist? (5)" is TASTE.
Here’s the breakdown: The definition part of the clue is “Liking”, which matches TASTE. The wordplay comes from “when head of state becomes centrist”. The “head of State” gives the letter S. If that “S” moves to the middle (becomes the centrist), it goes inside the word TATE (a name or word suggested by the clue structure, or simply the outer letters T and TE around S). So inserting S into TATE gives TASTE. Thus, the clue cleverly uses both wordplay (moving the head of “state” into the center) and definition (“liking”) to lead to the answer.
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.
