Definition
Our definition here is 'it doesn't need to be said', and our answer will be another way of expressing that idea.
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The essence of simplicity - it doesn't need to be said!Minute Cryptic Answer
The Minute Cryptic #142 answer for Wednesday, July 8, 2026 is IMPLICIT. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle #142Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Puzzle Number
#142
Puzzle Date
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Average Par
3
The essence of simplicity - it doesn't need to be said! Minute Cryptic Answer
Clue: The essence of simplicity - it doesn't need to be said!
Answer length: 8
Answer: IMPLICIT
How to solve this Minute Cryptic clue
The clue “The essence of simplicity - it doesn't need to be said!” resolves to IMPLICIT. 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 indicator is 'The essence of', and it's a selection indicator. Often 'essence' will point to the core or central letter of a word ('essence', 'core' and 'centre' all being synonyms). But another meaning of 'essence' is 'substance' - that which is not superficial - and it's used in this clue to indicate that we should select the internal letters of some neighbouring fodder.
Fodder
This clue's fodder is 'simplicity'. We'll use these letters (or some of them) to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
Today's Clue
“The essence of simplicity - it doesn't need to be said!”
Answer length: 8
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