Guardian Cryptic answers for August 21, 2026
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Sporty type beneath the surface, but one who’ll give in? Crossword Clue Answer
This is the latest matching occurrence of the 5-letter Across clue in Guardian Cryptic Crossword, from August 21, 2026. Reveal the answer one letter at a time, then check its crossing entries in the full grid. Earlier appearances are listed below when available.
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What is the answer to the crossword clue "Sporty type beneath the surface, but one who’ll give in?"?
The answer to "Sporty type beneath the surface, but one who’ll give in?" is CAVER (5 letters).
Where did the crossword clue "Sporty type beneath the surface, but one who’ll give in?" appear?
This clue appeared in Guardian Cryptic Crossword on August 21, 2026. Use the full puzzle page to review every Across and Down clue.