Spell POTS, SUN, OLD & CAR wrong? (9) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
Searching for the answer to Spell POTS, SUN, OLD & CAR wrong? (9) 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
This clue's indicator is 'wrong' and it's an anagram indicator. Some neighbouring letters are wrong and need correction - or perhaps they're right and will become wrong. Either way, we'll need to adjust those fodder letters by rearranging them.
This clue's fodder is 'SUN', 'OLD' and 'CAR'. We'll use these letters to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
Our definition here is 'Spell POTS', and our answer will be another word for that.
The answer to Spell POTS, SUN, OLD & CAR wrong? (9) is CAULDRONS.
CAULDRONS is the correct answer because “Spell POTS” serves as the definition, referring to the large pots traditionally associated with magic and spells.
The wordplay comes from “SUN, OLD & CAR wrong?”, where “wrong” signals an anagram.Rearranging the letters of SUN + OLD + CAR forms CAULDRONS exactly.
This is a classic Minute Cryptic structure combining a clear definition with an anagram indicator, similar in clarity to straightforward clues like Folder for unfinished emails Crossword Clue → DRAFTS, where everyday meaning leads directly 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.
