The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 18: Open-mouthed dace whipped about from Ne'erday through Hogmanay; swimming five miles to the new lake.

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A clue to TWELVEMONTH / A thematic word of your choice (Right & Left).
3 comments refer to this clue (from 3 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.need to indicate Shakespearean word
2.Put some spaces in your explanation!
3.Decent effort – why the semi-colon?