Cryptic(ish) Puzzle 4
Welcome to GroundUp's fun puzzle that doesn't take itself too seriously. Cryptic(ish) is an irreverent mix of puns, general knowledge and newsy clues with a few cryptic ones thrown in for the brave. You don't need to be a crossword whiz to solve it - you just need to enjoy wordplay.
Some readers have complained our crossword is too difficult. Some say it's too simple. So we've hit on a compromise. We'll alternate. If the crossword has an even number, it's easier. If it has an odd number, it's harder. Today is Cryptic(ish) number 4, which is even, so it's a little easier.
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Cryptic(ish) Puzzle 4
13 × 13 · Wednesday, 23 September 2026 · by Dr Crane
Welcome to GroundUp's fun puzzle that doesn't take itself too seriously. Cryptic(ish) is an irreverent mix of puns, general knowledge and newsy clues with a few cryptic ones thrown in for the brave. You don't need to be a crossword whiz to solve it - you just need to enjoy wordplay.
Some readers have complained our crossword is too difficult. Some say it's too simple. So we've hit on a compromise. We'll alternate. If the crossword has an even number, it's easier. If it has an odd number, it's harder. Today is Cryptic(ish) number 4, which is even, so it's a little easier.
Keyboard shortcuts
- A–Z
- Type letter
- ← → ↑ ↓
- Turn, then move
- Backspace
- Delete / retreat
- Delete
- Delete / advance
- Space
- Clear and advance
- .
- Toggle direction
- Home / End
- First / last cell
- Tab / Shift+Tab
- Next / prev slot