The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 31: Reportedly unpleasant after detective's first collar?

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A clue to DICKEY.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.I fail to see a valid def for DICKEY either in 'collar' or the clue as a whole
2.Definition "collar" not in Chambers – isn't that just part of a dickey? Surface meaning unclear.