The Guardian Cryptic Answers

Wednesday, 30th August 2000

There are 15 across clues and 13 down clues for the The Guardian Cryptic crossword on Wednesday, 30th August 2000. View the answers below..

The Answers

Number#	Clue	Answer
AAcross 7:	Lads can be involved in dishonour
AAcross 8:	Gear cobbler used
AAcross 10:	Veiled intruder in Poulenc overture
AAcross 11:	Kind of order that's never found out
AAcross 12:	Transport for the reserve team
AAcross 13:	But it could be handy in a put-up job
AAcross 13:	But it could be handy in a put-up job
AAcross 14:	Cheap drink! It makes for an expansive habit
AAcross 19:	Supply cars in dodgy trade
AAcross 22:	Puppet following party lines
AAcross 23:	Most comedians admit disappointment
AAcross 23:	Most comedians admit disappointment
AAcross 24:	Houses like Westminster!
AAcross 25:	Soldier, foul-mouthed in simile or trope, perhaps
AAcross 26:	Bishop nearly provoked flattery
DDown 1:	One who does good turns
DDown 2:	Girl who is sweet on tarts, perhaps
DDown 3:	Drink soft sparkling wines
DDown 4:	Colour on scab
DDown 5:	Exotic Baroda is foreign to me
DDown 6:	The youngest in the form!
DDown 9:	Drink as a rule in 24
DDown 15:	Made to derail
DDown 16:	The insect for Mother Goose?
DDown 17:	Stop messing around with Jack
DDown 18:	It keeps children occupied with toys
DDown 20:	Reserve place in theatre for freezer
DDown 21:	Actually make friends again