Word Puzzle 59

Word Puzzle 59 – Cryptic Clues:

Theme: Hidden

Note:

· Not all clues are thematic

· Kohli clue(s): Is/are hidden i.e. not necessarily in its/their usual spot

Scoring:

· No credit no response, without correct parsing.

· All clues worth 1 point except Kohli clue(s), which is/are worth 2 points

Clues:

1. Inculpate the devil with a crooked gun (6)

2. Worker returning in the end, for a siesta (6)

3. Natural bridge built by first king of America? (7)

4. Officer on vessel circling tip of Finnish iceberg (4,4)

5. History featuring the origin of Tokyo red light district (4)

6. Special roll-back for bohemian (4,4)

7. What all men probably use money Initially for? Bread!! (6)

8. Red briar, a kind of objet trouve? (4,4)

9. Return through the door without right, could lead to regret (10)

10. Distinct and superior, King George depicted as prey? (7,4)

11. On a packed flight, being sarcastic, “Am I on some lorry?” (6)

12. Spoiler alert, deserted ship on mysterious shore (4,5)

13. Cry out without boasting over victory for protectorate (7)

14. Beverages are served for achievers (5,7)

15. Extravagant fancywork with zero gaudiness (5)

16. Rich essentially lack tact. A few examples though may prove contrary (3-3)

17. Back-plate material? (6)

18. Throwaway the termite eaten, Spanish article record hoard first? (5,8)

19. How to start graffiti for example? (6,3)

20. Upset at constitutional loggerhead for example (4,6)

21. How to cook sauce? It’s a waste of time (4,5)

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