Definition
Our definition here is 'SHARP', and our answer will be another word for 'sharp'. In this clue, SHARP is capitalised purely for the surface reading, to more clearly convey that it's being yelled.
The Minute Cryptic #786 answer for Thursday, August 20, 2026 is ACUTE. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle Number
#786
Puzzle Date
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Average Par
1
Clue: Whispered: "See you inside?" Yelled: "8:00 SHARP!"
Answer length: (5)
Answer: ACUTE
The clue “Whispered: "See you inside?" Yelled: "8:00 SHARP!"” resolves to ACUTE. 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 'SHARP', and our answer will be another word for 'sharp'. In this clue, SHARP is capitalised purely for the surface reading, to more clearly convey that it's being yelled.
Indicator hint is not available for this Minute Cryptic entry yet.
This clue's fodder is 'See you' and '8:00'. To reach our answer we'll need to find some guided substitutes for all of these words as directed by the clue's indicator(s).
“Whispered: "See you inside?" Yelled: "8:00 SHARP!"”
Answer length: (5)
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