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MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 5:33 am
by madhatter5
Hi all and welcome to the 127th installment of the MEOW!
Being a cat forum we are not dogmatic about anything here. I have pushed the envelope in the past, but I think never quite as far as this one.
I ask the following of you this week:
1) If you have an answer but are a bit unsure/confused
I strongly encourage you to submit anyway.
2) Please
do not collaborate with others on this particular puzzle.
The answer to this meta is
a group of pure evil creatures
LYNX:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/ ... share_link
https://crossword.info/kvassword/PURE_EVIL
Best of luck!
Kitten
Calico
Persian
Puma
Lion
Mystery Cat
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 6:57 am
by benchen71
Well, I've submitted an answer and am awaiting a reply. Schroedinger's cat time!
Edit: Not yet...
2nd edit: Not yet...
3rd edit: Not yet...
4th edit: Success! The cat is free!
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 9:08 am
by Meg
Submitted. Waiting. Cat is sleeping and dreaming of chasing lizards.
Edit: the cat is still in the bag.
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 10:22 am
by boharr
Cat still captive, but the cluing here is over-the-top brilliant.
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 1:44 pm
by CPJohnson
I submitted an answer. So, we’ll see.
Edit: Not there yet, despite Josh’s suggestions. But he says I’m getting closer.
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 1:58 pm
by MikeyG
I just laughed way too hard at 77-Down. That is all, haha.
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 9:34 pm
by ChrisKochmanski
MikeyG wrote: ↑Wed May 03, 2023 1:58 pm
I just laughed way too hard at 77-Down. That is all, haha.
Many clues and entries made me chuckle. Almost like Henny Youngman one-liners.
For me, 43a, in its quiet way, struck me as particularly amusing — a nice unexpected play on a crossword cliche.
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 10:06 pm
by KayW
Agree about the clues - I'm still giggling. Submitted an answer and waiting to see...
EDIT: Apparently I'm on the right track but not there yet. Back to
![Shocked :shock:](./images/smilies/icon_eek.gif)
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Wed May 03, 2023 10:55 pm
by madhatter5
(I should maybe add, please kindly suspend judgement about me or the state of my mental health until you have solved the puzzle)
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Thu May 04, 2023 9:04 am
by Cindy
I have now submitted three answers - each of which is a step in the right direction. I think I need to step some more.
If you haven't bought CCCC you have missed a real treat from our Muggle constructors.
Half and Half is a great puzzle!
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Thu May 04, 2023 12:27 pm
by Darth
The evil is strong with this one! :twisted: :evil:
The cat is out... "Yoda best"
@madhatter5
and by that, of course, I mean most wicked! :evil_laugh:
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Thu May 04, 2023 1:03 pm
by KayW
Submission 2: getting warmer but not out yet.
![Image](https://image.shutterstock.com/image-photo/cat-looks-out-slit-cardboard-260nw-635985209.jpg)
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Fri May 05, 2023 5:16 am
by boharr
The cat is free at last!
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Fri May 05, 2023 5:41 pm
by Ergcat
After 4 previous guesses ….. I think (hope) the cat is finally free! Waiting for confirmation….
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Fri May 05, 2023 6:52 pm
by BrennerTJ
Eventually got all the way close and freed the cat. That was a fun one! Lots of great clues too.
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Fri May 05, 2023 7:34 pm
by ChrisKochmanski
I know we’re supposed to not consult with other Muggles. So … will there be hints soon??
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Fri May 05, 2023 7:55 pm
by madhatter5
Normally I would say yes (and apologies for my occasional nudge forgetfulness in general) but actually I can't for this particular puzzle here, but I can nudge individually! Just send me a pm
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Fri May 05, 2023 8:31 pm
by KayW
...and I can personally attest that
@madhatter5 will VERY patiently lead you as far and as long as you need.
SIXTH(!!!) time's the charm! The cat is finally out. And it's PURE EVIL.
But totally worth it. Thanks, Josh!
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Sat May 06, 2023 2:10 am
by MikeyG
Something's up. Oh, wait, it's my blood pressure.
Re: MEOW #127: PURE EVIL
Posted: Sun May 07, 2023 11:50 am
by lbray53
I had to ask madhatter5 for a lot of help. And as KayW indicated, he was very, very patient and an excellent nudger. It was worth the effort and the trip.