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Puzzle #109: Steamed Hams but it's a Cryptic Crossword (with Alex Boisvert)

 Friends, you're in for a treat!

 

Today's puzzle comes to us via the incredible mind of Alex Boisvert, Simpsons fan and all-around boon to the crosswording community. Alex was kind enough to pitch this idea, and collaborate with me on this cryptic, which was a ton of fun to make. We think you'll enjoy it regardless of your level of Simpsons knowledge/appreciation.

Thank you to Steve Mossberg and Tyler Hinman for their help in testing this puzzle.  

Alex says: "I had a lot of fun and learned a lot about cryptics from Will while working on this puzzle. Enjoy!"

 

Mmm, donuts


If OneLook prompts a login, try using a private browser window. ipuz can be solved with the Crossword Nexus solver.

ipuz 

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Solution and Parses

 

Created by Will and Alex using PuzzleMe's free crossword puzzle maker
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  1. JessSJuly 24, 2025 at 11:45 PM

    Loved it! 16D especially made me giggle, and 7D is super clever! Love all the Simpsons content too — well done packing so much in 😊

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  2. UnknownJuly 25, 2025 at 7:21 AM

    That was a perfectly cromulent puzzle. I guess interesting stuff does happen to people who do cryptic crosswords ... there's just not enough time to solve 'em all

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