Definition
Our definition here is 'kinks', and our answer will be another word for that.
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Bob, Deb and Jacob all have these kinksMinute Cryptic Answer
The Minute Cryptic #146 answer for Sunday, July 12, 2026 is BENDS. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle #146Sunday, July 12, 2026
Puzzle Number
#146
Puzzle Date
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Average Par
2
Bob, Deb and Jacob all have these kinks Minute Cryptic Answer
Clue: Bob, Deb and Jacob all have these kinks
Answer length: 5
Answer: BENDS
How to solve this Minute Cryptic clue
The clue “Bob, Deb and Jacob all have these kinks” resolves to BENDS. 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 'all have these' and it's asking us to recognise a pattern - what characteristic is shared by the parts of the fodder? It might be helpful to categorise this clue as a type of rebus, where you 'say what you see': the fodder all have ____!
Fodder
This clue's fodder is 'Bob, Deb and Jacob'. We'll use these words as the raw ingredients to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
Today's Clue
“Bob, Deb and Jacob all have these kinks”
Answer length: 5
Progressive Hints
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Final Answer
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