#242026-11-09·Reversal

Cryptic Clue #24

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#24⭐ Flawless

Difficulty:

Returned wolf creates stream(4)

Setter: Acrostic Ace

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Post-Solve Analysis

Setter: Acrostic Ace

Straight Definition (Final Word)streamDictionary synonym of target solution

Wordplay Indicator (Reversal)ReturnedInstructs the operation

Fodder & EnumerationWOLF (4)Yields exactly 4 letters

Reversal of WOLF = FLOW

"Returned" indicates reversing WOLF backwards to produce FLOW ("stream").

Q1.What is the straight definition in Clue #24?▼

The straight definition is "stream", placed at the very end of the clue under the Extreme Placement Rule.

Q2.How does the wordplay in Clue #24 work?▼

This is a classic Reversal clue. The equation is: Reversal of WOLF = FLOW. "Returned" indicates reversing WOLF backwards to produce FLOW ("stream").

Q3.What is the significance of the enumeration (4)?▼

The enumeration (4) signifies that the target solution consists of exactly 4 letters.

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