The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 15: Maybe thirteen 'hearty' US types somewhere on ship won't slave at helm, naughtily striking alas, out for a year

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A clue to TWELVEMONTH / A thematic word of your choice (Right & Left).
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Nicely constructed clue.
2.First clue is actually def + 2 wordplays (one a pun).