The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC February competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 42: Slough, unfit for human habitation? Let explosive sticks engulf it!

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A clue to WETLANDS.
4 comments refer to this clue (from 4 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Clever ref to Betjeman
2.I really enjoyed this clue and the reference!
3.Good deception and witty reference
4.I suppose bombs can be sticks and sticks can be wands, but it's too indirect