Answer To The Metro Cryptic Crossword (March 22, 2024)
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Updated Mar 22, 2024
Learn how to solve The Metro Cryptic, the ultimate crossword for your travel. Full of clever clues and funny wordplay, The Metro Cryptic is designed to challenge even the most experienced puzzle solver. Strengthen your brain, broaden your vocabulary and beat the art of the cryptic puzzle, the ultimate mental workout for puzzle experts.
Sea captain finally catches a fish (7)
Answer: SKIPPER
A skipper is a term commonly used to refer to a sea captain or the person in command of a ship or boat. In this context, "finally catches" suggests the last letter ("finally") of the word "captain" is included, making "skipper," which is also a term for a fisherman who catches fish. The word "skipper" fits this description and contains 7 letters.
Covet a new set of notes (6)
Answer: OCTAVE
A dispute is a disagreement or argument between parties. In this context, "wrong side placed" suggests the reversal ("placed") of the word "side," resulting in "dispute." The word "dispute" fits this description and contains 7 letters.
Wrong side placed in contest (7)
Answer: DISPUTE
An octave is a set of eight musical notes, with the first and last notes being the same but at a higher or lower pitch. In this context, "a new set of notes" refers to the eight notes in a musical octave. The word "octave" fits this description and consists of 6 letters.
Right to get in a representative to look for silver (6)
Answer: ARGENT
Argent is a term that refers to the metal silver, often used in heraldry to represent the color silver or white. In this context, "right" suggests the abbreviation "R" for "right" is included, followed by "a representative" or "gent" to give "argent," which means silver. The word "argent" fits this description and consists of 6 letters.
Breaking the law to get riches (6)
Answer: WEALTH
Wealth refers to an abundance of valuable possessions or resources, often acquired through legal means. In this context, "breaking the law" suggests that the answer begins with "WE" and ends with "TH" and contains the word "law" within it. The word "wealth" fits this description and contains 6 letters.
Contrary talk (8)
Answer: CONVERSE
"Contrary talk" suggests a conversation or discussion that opposes or contradicts something else. The word "converse" means to engage in conversation, fitting this description and containing 8 letters.
State of the girl (8)
Answer: VIRGINIA
State of the girl" refers to the name of a state, and "Virginia" is a state in the United States. Additionally, "girl" can be a nickname for a female named Virginia. The word "Virginia" fits this description and contains 8 letters
Teased about calm ... (6)
Answer: SEDATE
Teased about calm" suggests a state of tranquility or calmness. The word "sedate" means calm or composed, fitting this description and consisting of 6 letters
... crafty fool gets taken in complacently (6)
Answer: SMUGLY
"Crafty fool gets taken in complacently" suggests someone who is overly self-satisfied or pleased with themselves. The word "smugly" describes this attitude and consists of 6 letters.
Go on lad, get a boat! (7)
Answer: GONDOLA
Go on lad, get a boat!" suggests a type of boat or vessel. A gondola is a type of traditional flat-bottomed boat used in Venice, often propelled by a gondolier. The word "gondola" fits this description and contains 7 letters.
Can A-Z's be used to find Australasians (6)
Answer: ANZACS
A-Z's" suggests the first and last letters of the alphabet, which are A and Z, respectively. "Australasians" refers to people from Australasia. The ANZACs were a group of soldiers from Australia and New Zealand who fought together in World War I, making them Australasians. The word "ANZACS" fits this description and consists of 6 letters.
Stopped Mr O'Connor returning and getting high (7)
Answer: STALLED
"Stopped" suggests a halt or interruption. "Mr O'Connor returning" indicates the reversal of the letters "Mr" and "O'Connor," resulting in "rm." "Getting high" suggests an elevation or rise. The word "stalled" fits this description, meaning to come to a stop or halt, and contains 7 letters.
No charm used in finding a ruler (7)
Answer: MONARCH
"No charm used" suggests the absence of charm or attractiveness. "Finding a ruler" indicates a person who rules or reigns over a monarchy. The word "monarch" fits this description and contains 7 letters.
Performing animal consumes a drink (7)
Answer: STAGING
"Performing animal" suggests something related to a show or performance. "Consumes a drink" indicates that a beverage is included. STAGING can mean both the activity of putting on a performance and a raised platform used for such performances. The word "staging" fits this description and contains 7 letters.
A site to build a street (6)
Answer: AVENUE
"A site to build" suggests a location or place for development. "A street" indicates a type of thoroughfare. AVENUE refers to a wide street or road in a city or town. The word "avenue" fits this description and consists of 6 letters.
Newark, it turns out, is a producer of woollens (8)
Answer: KNITWEAR
Newark, it turns out" suggests that the letters of "Newark" need to be rearranged. "Is a producer of woollens" refers to clothing made of knitted fabric. KNITWEAR refers to garments made by knitting, often from wool or similar fibers. The word "knitwear" fits this description and contains 8 letters
Bear hides quietly in the tree (6)
Answer: POPLAR
Bear hides quietly" suggests a type of tree where a bear might seek shelter. "In the tree" indicates the location of the answer. POPLAR is a type of tree known for its tall, fast-growing nature. The word "poplar" fits this description and consists of 6 letters
A class car (6)
Answer: ESTATE
"A class" suggests quality or classification. "Car" indicates a type of vehicle. ESTATE can refer to a large property or land, and it is also a term used in the automotive industry to describe a car body style, typically featuring a longer roofline and extended cargo space at the rear. The word "estate" fits this description and contains 6 letters.
Morning call could revile the French (8)
Answer: REVEILLE
Morning call" suggests a wake-up signal or bugle call. "Could revile the French" indicates a possible action involving criticism or ridicule aimed at the French. REVEILLE is a bugle call played in the morning to awaken military personnel, and the term is borrowed from French. The word "reveille" fits this description and consists of 8 letters
Rag a man about this (7)
Answer: ANAGRAM
Rag" suggests teasing or mocking. "A man about this" indicates rearranging the letters of "a man" to form a new word. ANAGRAM is a word formed by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase. The word "anagram" fits this description and contains 7 letters
Shabby treatment one gets for being infantile (7)
Answer: BABYISH
"Shabby treatment" suggests something that is immature or childish. "One gets for being infantile" indicates a characteristic or behavior associated with babies. BABYISH describes something that resembles or is characteristic of a baby, often in a childish or immature way. The word "babyish" fits this description and consists of 7 letters.
Statement about drink (6)
Answer: REPORT
"Statement" refers to a written or spoken account of something. "About drink" suggests information or news related to a beverage. REPORT can mean both a formal account of an event or situation and a summary or account of facts. The word "report" fits this description and contains 6 letters.
Some rich and eloquent composer (6)
Answer: HANDEL
"Some rich and eloquent" suggests a person who is wealthy and skilled at expressing themselves. "Composer" indicates a person who writes music. HANDEL refers to George Frideric Handel, a Baroque composer known for his rich and expressive compositions, including "Messiah" and "Water Music." The word "Handel" fits this description and consists of 6 letters.
Sparkler in one constellation (6)
Answer: GEMINI
"Sparkler" suggests something that shines or sparkles. "In one constellation" indicates a zodiac sign. GEMINI is one of the zodiac signs represented by the twins and is known as a constellation in the night sky. The word "Gemini" fits this description and contains 6 letters.
