Definition
Our definition here is 'Stretch opposite spring'. There is a stretch opposite spring and we'll need to find its name.
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Stretch opposite spring taut to avoid starter humming on and offMinute Cryptic Answer
The Minute Cryptic #72 answer for Tuesday, April 28, 2026 is AUTUMN. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle #72Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Puzzle Number
#72
Puzzle Date
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Average Par
2
Stretch opposite spring taut to avoid starter humming on and off Minute Cryptic Answer
Clue: Stretch opposite spring taut to avoid starter humming on and off
Answer length: 6
Answer: AUTUMN
How to solve this Minute Cryptic clue
The clue “Stretch opposite spring taut to avoid starter humming on and off” resolves to AUTUMN. 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 indicators are 'to avoid', 'starter' and 'on and off'. Two of these are selection indicators. One directs us to take every second letter of some neighbouring fodder, and the other points us to the first letter of a word. Our third indicator is a deletion indicator - we'll need to ignore something in some fodder and pay attention to the rest.
Fodder
This clue's fodder is 'taut' and 'humming'. We'll use these letters (or some of them) to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s)
Today's Clue
“Stretch opposite spring taut to avoid starter humming on and off”
Answer length: 6
Progressive Hints
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Final Answer
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