Definition
Our definition here is 'It's straight', and our answer will be something characteristically straight.
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It's straight (unless round)Minute Cryptic Answer
The Minute Cryptic #173 answer for Saturday, August 8, 2026 is ROD. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle #173Saturday, August 8, 2026
Puzzle Number
#173
Puzzle Date
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Average Par
2
It's straight (unless round) Minute Cryptic Answer
Clue: It's straight (unless round)
Answer length: 3
Answer: ROD
How to solve this Minute Cryptic clue
The clue “It's straight (unless round)” resolves to ROD. 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 'less' and it's a deletion indicator guiding us to delete some fodder from other fodder.
Fodder
This clue's fodder is 'un' and 'round'. We'll use these letters to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
Today's Clue
“It's straight (unless round)”
Answer length: 3
Progressive Hints
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Final Answer
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