Definition
Our definition here is 'they crash loudly', and our answer will be things that are known to crash loudly.
The Minute Cryptic #165 answer for Friday, July 31, 2026 is CYMBALS. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle Number
#165
Puzzle Date
Friday, July 31, 2026
Average Par
3
Clue: Shouting “$&%#!” they crash loudly
Answer length: 7
Answer: CYMBALS
The clue “Shouting “$&%#!” 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.
Our definition here is 'they crash loudly', and our answer will be things that are known to crash loudly.
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.
This clue's fodder is '$&%#!'. We'll need to substitute these with something that can represent them to reach our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
“Shouting “$&%#!” they crash loudly”
Answer length: 7
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