Definition
Our definition here is 'Temp', and our answer will be another term for that.
The Minute Cryptic #43 answer for Monday, March 30, 2026 is STAND IN. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle Number
#43
Puzzle Date
Monday, March 30, 2026
Average Par
3
Clue: Temp receptionist and intern, between jobs?
Answer length: 5, 2
Answer: STAND IN
The clue “Temp receptionist and intern, between jobs?” resolves to STAND IN. 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 'Temp', and our answer will be another term for that.
This clue's indicator is 'between jobs?' and it's a very particular kind of hidden word indicator - one that only really works with this clue. We'll need to look (inclusively) between the jobs in this clue to find our answer.
This clue's fodder is 'receptionist and intern'. We'll use these letters (or some of them) to reach our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
“Temp receptionist and intern, between jobs?”
Answer length: 5, 2
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