The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC November competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 4: At Cannes, prize embraces Le Couer de Zola: "It's notably wordy."

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A clue to PROLIX.
6 comments refer to this clue (from 5 competitors, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.I'm not sure what the surface means, but shouldn't it be 'Le Coeur'?
2.Pity "coeur" is misspelled.
3.Does he mean coeur? Rather a sad misspelling!
4.I've awarded a merit for a good effort… despite your misspelling of 'Le Coeur de'! Not sure if a prize can embrace though.
5.coeur
6.Spelling! Ruined a good clue