The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 20: Feeling distressed that my tailless ass died wandering

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A clue to DISMAYED.
5 comments refer to this clue (from 5 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.The 'that' is extraneous
2.Surface appears a bit forced
3.The 'that' seems to be redundant
4.'Tailless' is obviously gratuitous. How about 'ass almost…' instead?
5.Made me smile.