Definition
Our definition here is 'Mmmm…', and it's a common way of describing our answer.
The Minute Cryptic #77 answer for Sunday, May 3, 2026 is MURMUR. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle Number
#77
Puzzle Date
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Average Par
2
Clue: Double-shot of rum? Toss it back! Mmmm…
Answer length: 6
Answer: MURMUR
The clue “Double-shot of rum? Toss it back! Mmmm…” resolves to MURMUR. 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 'Mmmm…', and it's a common way of describing our answer.
This clue's indicators are 'Double-shot of' and 'Toss it back'. One of these is a duplication indicator - we take some fodder and double it. The other is a reversal indicator guiding us to send some fodder backwards.
This clue's fodder is 'rum'. We'll use these letters to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
“Double-shot of rum? Toss it back! Mmmm…”
Answer length: 6
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