Summer read “D” from “A-Z”? (5) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
Searching for the answer to “Summer read “D” from “A-Z”? (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
This clue's indicator is 'from “A-Z”'. Believe it or not, this is an anagram indicator, suggesting that we need to reorder some neighbouring fodder in a quite specific way!
This clue's fodder is 'read “D”'. We'll use these letters to construct our answer, as guided by the indicator(s).
Our definition here is 'Summer', and our answer will mean 'summer', but only if we take an out-of-the-box perspective on what 'summer' can mean!
The answer to "Summer read “D” from “A-Z”? (5)" is ADDER.
The clue “Summer read ‘D’ from ‘A–Z’? (5)” leads to the answer ADDER. The word “Summer” here is a clever play on words it doesn’t refer to the season, but to someone who adds numbers (a person who “sums”).
The phrase “read ‘D’ from ‘A–Z’” hints at forming a word that runs from A to Z with D in between literally A + D + D + E + R (A to Z, including D twice).
Putting this together gives ADDER, which cleverly fits both as “one who adds” (a summer) and as the letterplay described in the clue.
The clue is a neat example of how cryptic crosswords blend literal definitions with clever letter manipulation.
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.
