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Shouting “$&%#!” they crash loudlyMinute Cryptic Answer

The Minute Cryptic #165 answer for Friday, July 31, 2026 is CYMBALS. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.

Puzzle #165Friday, July 31, 2026

Puzzle Number

#165

Puzzle Date

Friday, July 31, 2026

Average Par

3

Shouting “$&%#!” they crash loudly Minute Cryptic Answer

Clue: Shouting “$&%#!” they crash loudly

Answer length: 7

Answer: CYMBALS

How to solve this Minute Cryptic clue

The clue “Shouting “$&%#!” they crash loudly” resolves to CYMBALS. Minute Cryptic clues usually combine a direct definition with wordplay instructions, so the breakdown below keeps the clue wording visible for searchers and solvers.

Definition

Our definition here is 'they crash loudly', and our answer will be things that are known to crash loudly.

Indicator

This clue's indicator is 'Shouting', and it's a homophone indicator. We'll need to say aloud some neighbouring fodder (or its substitute) and replace it with its soundalike to reach our answer.

Fodder

This clue's fodder is '$&%#!'. We'll need to substitute these with something that can represent them to reach our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).

Today's Clue

Shouting “$&%#!” they crash loudly

Answer length: 7

Progressive Hints

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Final Answer

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