Definition
Our definition here is 'Roughly', and our answer will be another word for that.
The Minute Cryptic #137 answer for Friday, July 3, 2026 is AROUND. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle Number
#137
Puzzle Date
Friday, July 3, 2026
Average Par
2
Clue: Roughly sub-zero, for temperature in windswept tundra
Answer length: 6
Answer: AROUND
The clue “Roughly sub-zero, for temperature in windswept tundra” resolves to AROUND. Minute Cryptic clues usually combine a direct definition with wordplay instructions, so the breakdown below keeps the clue wording visible for searchers and solvers.
Our definition here is 'Roughly', and our answer will be another word for that.
This clue's indicators are 'sub... for... in' and 'windswept'. The first of these is a swapping idea - we'll need to 'sub' or substitute one letter for another in some fodder. The second indicator is an anagram indicator - some neighbouring fodder will be blown around and disturbed, and its letters will rearrange.
This clue's fodder is 'zero', 'temperature', and 'tundra'. We'll need to substitute two of these with short alternatives, using them with the letters of the third to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
“Roughly sub-zero, for temperature in windswept tundra”
Answer length: 6
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