Definition
Our definition here is 'Blemish', and our answer will be another word for that.
The Minute Cryptic #21 answer for Sunday, March 8, 2026 is EYESORE. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle Number
#21
Puzzle Date
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Average Par
3
Clue: Blemish turning part of white rose yellow
Answer length: 7
Answer: EYESORE
The clue “Blemish turning part of white rose yellow” resolves to EYESORE. 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 'Blemish', and our answer will be another word for that.
This clue's indicators are 'turning', and 'part of'. One of these is a hidden word indicator guiding us to concentrate on only a segment of some neighbouring fodder. The other is a reversal indicator - we'll need to turn some letters back-to-front to find our answer.
This clue's fodder is 'white rose yellow'. We'll use these letters (or some of them) to reach our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
“Blemish turning part of white rose yellow”
Answer length: 7
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