Definition
Our definition here is 'still focused on just me', and our answer will be a word for that.
The Minute Cryptic #176 answer for Tuesday, August 11, 2026 is SELFIE. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle Number
#176
Puzzle Date
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Average Par
2
Clue: Flies buzzing with twice the energy, still focused on just me
Answer length: 6
Answer: SELFIE
The clue “Flies buzzing with twice the energy, still focused on just me” resolves to SELFIE. 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 'still focused on just me', and our answer will be a word for that.
This clue's indicators are 'buzzing', and 'with twice the'. 'Buzzing' is an anagram indicator because of its relationship with movement and activity - a room can be buzzing, indicating that it's lively and excited. Some neighbouring fodder will be buzzing as its letters move around and rearrange. 'With twice the' is a duplication indicator - we need to find a nominated part of some fodder and reproduce it so that there are now two of it.
This clue's fodder is 'Flies' and 'energy'. We'll need to find a short substitute for one of these and use it with the letters of the other to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
“Flies buzzing with twice the energy, still focused on just me”
Answer length: 6
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