Metro Cryptic Crossword Clue Solved for the Day May 06, 2024

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Fit to drink - or as a snooker ball might be (7)

POTABLE

"Fit to drink" defines the word "potable," meaning safe to drink. In terms of snooker, "potable" cleverly plays on "pot-able," as in able to be potted (a term used when a ball is shot into a pocket).

See 18 Down

BELLS DUMB

This clue seems to be a direct reference to another clue labeled as "18 Down" in the crossword. Without knowing the context or the clue for "18 Down," it is challenging to provide a specific explanation for "BELLS DUMB." If we were to guess, "Bells dumb" might cryptically represent something related to silence (dumb bells - bells that do not ring), but more information from the actual crossword is needed.

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The aim is to write the initials of every new designer (3)

END

"The aim is to write the initials of every new designer" suggests using the first letter (initials) from each word in the phrase "every new designer," which are E, N, D, thus forming the word "END."

Consort with one who's not a full member (9)

ASSOCIATE

"Associate" fits as a person who is connected or affiliated with a group but not necessarily a full member. The term "consort with" implies forming a partnership or connection, which aligns well with the definition of "associate."

See 20 Down

CONSTRICTOR BOA

Like the previous "See 18 Down," this clue refers to another clue labeled as "20 Down." Without additional context, it's difficult to provide a precise explanation for "CONSTRICTOR BOA." However, it could potentially represent a type of snake, combining "constrictor" (a snake that kills by constriction) with "boa," another kind of snake.

"I Hate Men" - stop in harem for a change! (11)

MISANTHROPE

"Misanthrope" is someone who dislikes humankind. This clue cleverly uses an anagram indicated by the phrase "for a change!" The letters of "I Hate Men" and "stop" are rearranged to form "misanthrope." This plays into both the literal meaning of the word and the anagram structure of the clue.

As principal countries, they are geographically outstanding (9)

HEADLANDS

"Headlands" are coastal landforms that extend into bodies of water and are "geographically outstanding" because they physically stand out into the sea. The word "principal" also hints at "head," and "countries" suggests geographical areas, making "headlands" a clever dual meaning and pun.

Task requiring a very patient man (3)

JOB

"Job" refers to both a task and a biblical figure known for his patience during times of great suffering. The clue’s answer plays directly on the word "Job" being synonymous with both meanings.

Iraqi port from which Arabs come (5)

BASRA

"Basra" is indeed a major port city in Iraq, located on the Shatt al-Arab waterway. The clue is straightforward in this case, pointing directly to a geographic location associated with "Arabs."

Authorise me to return to governing office (7)

EMPOWER

"Empower" means to give authority or power, especially in a governing context. The wordplay involves reversing "me" to "em" and adding it to "power," thus forming "empower." The idea of "returning to governing" aligns with granting or restoring authority, hence "empower."

Fastened up a spring (5)

BOUND

"Bound" has a dual meaning here; it can mean to leap or spring up, and also to be tied or fastened. This clever play on words aligns well with the two separate meanings intertwined in the single word "bound."

Make a trench - the tree won't grow without it (3)

SAP

"Sap" is essential for a tree’s growth, as it transports nutrients and water throughout the tree. The clue uses the literal meaning of "sap," which also sounds like an action (to sap something) related to making a trench or depleting resources.

Some of the political assassinations, unfortunately (4)

ALAS

"Alas" is derived from "a" portion of the phrase "political assassinations." Here, "alas" is used to express regret, which fits the context of "unfortunately."

Epic ropes tangled in submarine equipment (9)

PERISCOPE

"periscope" is formed by an anagram of "epic ropes." Periscopes are equipment used in submarines to allow viewing above the surface while submerged.

Greek philosopher takes on a military unit (7)

PLATOON

The Greek philosopher "Plato" is followed by "on," which here can mean "takes on." Combining these gives "Platoon," a term for a military unit.

Wrong route by the right vehicle (6)

TOURER

"Tourer" is a type of vehicle designed for long journeys. The clue hints at "tour" (a possible route) followed by "er" (right, as in correct or a suffix that can imply someone associated with an action), leading to the word "tourer."

They're involved with the strains of cooking (9)

COLANDERS

"Colanders" are kitchen tools used to strain liquids from foods. The clue cleverly plays on "strains," referring to the action performed using colanders.

A part's recast as an eastern tyrant (6)

SATRAP

"Satrap" is an ancient title for a governor in a Persian empire, often viewed as a tyrant. This answer is derived from an anagram of "a part's."

Supply a method to withdraw (4,3)

GIVEWAY

"Give way" means to yield or withdraw, particularly in a traffic sense, where one must allow others to proceed first. "Supply" here leads to "give," and "way" fits as a method or path.

Capital beginning of Othello - one of Shakespeare's leading characters (5)

ROMEO

"Romeo" is indeed one of Shakespeare’s leading characters. The has "R," the beginning (capital) letter of "Romeo," followed directly by his name, which coincidentally is the full answer.

Thick rings in the gymnasium (4-5)

DUMB BELLS

"Dumb bells" are gym equipment. The wordplay involves "dumb" (thick, as in not sharp or muted) and "bells" (rings). Together, they form "dumb-bells," used in physical training.

Creature that has a crush on its prey (3,11)

BOA CONSTRICTOR

"Boa constrictor" is a type of snake that kills its prey by constriction. The phrase "has a crush on" humorously and literally refers to the crushing method of predation by constricting or squeezing.