The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 15: Finally the ladder going astray causes this

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A clue to DEGRINGOLADE.
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Comments on the clue
1.Yes! A proper clue. Astray isn't quite right, though, I feel.
2."Finally the" for 'e' is a bit weak & "Finally" detracts from the surface. See 23 for how to achieve that 'e'!
3.Nice try for an &lit, but not quite happy with the definition