The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC May competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 1: 500 added to 500 is 1000 – are you shocked?

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A clue to DISMAYED.
8 comments refer to this clue (from 8 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Nice fresh approach & the unusual ordering of the cryptic elements just about works.
2.Excellent, and much the best of a surprisingly poor crop of entries.
3.I like this overall, but I don't understand why "are" clues "a".
4.How does the second D go to the end?
5.Good wordplay, but hardly a shocking revelation.
6.Not sure about Are = A, but brilliant otherwise.
7.A shame the last bit a=are and you=ye is step too far for the solver – 1/2 pt.
8.Not keen on "are" for "a"