Definition
Our definition here is 'argument', and our answer will be another word for that.
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Smithers shaken up after Mr Burns argumentMinute Cryptic Answer
The Minute Cryptic #140 answer for Monday, July 6, 2026 is THESIS. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle #140Monday, July 6, 2026
Puzzle Number
#140
Puzzle Date
Monday, July 6, 2026
Average Par
2
Smithers shaken up after Mr Burns argument Minute Cryptic Answer
Clue: Smithers shaken up after Mr Burns argument
Answer length: 6
Answer: THESIS
How to solve this Minute Cryptic clue
The clue “Smithers shaken up after Mr Burns argument” resolves to THESIS. Minute Cryptic clues usually combine a direct definition with wordplay instructions, so the breakdown below keeps the clue wording visible for searchers and solvers.
Indicator
This clue's indicators are 'shaken up', 'after' and 'Burns'. One of these is an anagram indicator - we'll need to mix some letters up by rearranging them. Another is a deletion indicator suggesting that some letters are deleted from other fodder. And 'after' is a reference to an order of operations - apply one technique after another one.
Fodder
This clue's fodder is 'Smithers' and 'Mr'. We'll use these letters to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
Today's Clue
“Smithers shaken up after Mr Burns argument”
Answer length: 6
Progressive Hints
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Final Answer
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