Definition
Our definition here is 'This', and our answer is self-referential. What could describe 'this'?
The Minute Cryptic #157 answer for Thursday, July 23, 2026 is CLUE. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
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#157
Puzzle Date
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Average Par
2
Clue: This clique lacks a measure of intelligence
Answer length: 4
Answer: CLUE
The clue “This clique lacks a measure of intelligence” resolves to CLUE. 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 'This', and our answer is self-referential. What could describe 'this'?
This clue's indicator is 'lacks' and it's a deletion indicator guiding us to remove some fodder from other fodder.
This clue's fodder is 'clique' and 'a measure of intelligence'. We'll use a substitute of one with the letters of the other to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
“This clique lacks a measure of intelligence”
Answer length: 4
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