Definition
Our definition here is 'flat', and our answer will be another word for that.
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Mike's neighbours secure a place in Charlie's neighbours' flatMinute Cryptic Answer
The Minute Cryptic #99 answer for Monday, May 25, 2026 is BLAND. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle #99Monday, May 25, 2026
Puzzle Number
#99
Puzzle Date
Monday, May 25, 2026
Average Par
2
Mike's neighbours secure a place in Charlie's neighbours' flat Minute Cryptic Answer
Clue: Mike's neighbours secure a place in Charlie's neighbours' flat
Answer length: 5
Answer: BLAND
How to solve this Minute Cryptic clue
The clue “Mike's neighbours secure a place in Charlie's neighbours' flat” resolves to BLAND. 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 'secure', and 'place in', and they're both containing indicators! Some fodder will secure, protect or surround some other fodder. And we'll need to place some fodder in some other fodder.
Fodder
This clue's fodder is 'Mike's neighbours', 'a', and 'Charlie's neighbours'. For two of these we'll need to find a pair of short substitutes. We'll use those with the remaining piece of fodder to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
Today's Clue
“Mike's neighbours secure a place in Charlie's neighbours' flat”
Answer length: 5
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Final Answer
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