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An interesting word produced an interesting range of ideas for this one, but the result was one of the most comprehensive winners we have had in a long while!
 
So well done to Tom for his well-crafted clue with its high level of pertinency.
 
Much closer for the minor placings with Luciano grabbing second with his clever &lit. Ava returns to a podium place with a neat and original anagram. Richard and Pete complete the top 5 in what was a most enjoyable competition – thanks and well done to all!

Voting Information

Voting is open until Midnight BST Friday 10th September.
 
Please award FIVE points maximum to the clue you judge best: FOUR points for second, THREE for third, TWO for fourth, down to ONE point for fifth; but otherwise you may distribute your votes as you see fit including ½ marks for split voting – as long as you award no more than 15 points IN TOTAL and no more than 5 points to any one clue…
 
…and of course you should NOT VOTE for your own clue!
 
COMMENTS:
 
Your comments in general and on individual clues, however much or little you write, are always most welcome! Please remember that if any particular clue or clues do not find favour with you, it is more helpful to offer constructive criticism – many of our members are keen to learn and hone their clue writing skills through our competition – feedback may be useful for their future efforts!

Entry Information

Your task for August is a STANDARD CRYPTIC clue to SPELUNKER (9) by the closing date of MIDNIGHT BST WEDNESDAY 25th AUGUST.
 
As always you may submit only one clue, but you can save, change, delete, submit and resubmit to your heart's content before deciding on your final clue within the given time period.
 
Our primary reference is The Chambers Dictionary (2008 edition), but you may, if you wish, use another dictionary or source, BUT PLEASE STATE SO IN YOUR CLUE'S EXPLANATION.