Went inside, texting "thanks xx" (6) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
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This clue has two indicators. 'inside' is a containing indicator, flagging that some fodder will go inside some other fodder. 'texting' is a kind of substitution indicator - these are pretty rare, but think of it like a homophone indicator for text-speak - we'll need to find a text-speak equivalent of some neighbouring fodder.
This clue's fodder is 'Went' and 'thanks'. We'll use these words to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
Our definition here is 'xx', and our answer will, somehow, be another word for that. What could xx represent?
The answer to Went inside, texting "thanks xx" (6) is TWENTY.
The clue works by using a container construction: the word “went” is the outer part, and the texting abbreviation “ty” (meaning “thank you”) goes inside it, as indicated by the word “inside” in the clue.
Placing TY inside WENT produces WENTY, which resolves neatly into the correctly spelled answer TWENTY.
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.
