The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC August competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 31: In bellylaugh: terrible cackle! (8)

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A clue to LAUGHTER.
6 comments refer to this clue (from 6 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.It's a pity to have the word laughter in the clue
2.Use of 'laugh' in hidden element a bit weak.
3.Using bellylaugh to hide the first part of laughter is hardly very deceptive, sorry
4.Hiding 'laughter' in a word that uses 'laugh' in full is a bit too obvious.
5.Using 'bellylaugh' to hide 'laugh' is not very inspired.
6.Oh dear!