"I Got The Drop On You" by benchen71

Can you storm the castle by getting across the MOAT? A weekly meta crossword constructed by forum member Ben (aka benchen71). These metas range from relatively easy to more challenging, depending on how many Australianisms he puts in them! Puzzles are posted in a new thread every Tuesday, with nudges appearing on Saturdays, and the solution coming out on Mondays. (At least, that's the plan. Given he lives in Australia, and they are so far ahead of the US time-zone-wise, things may get posted early!)
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"I Got The Drop On You" by benchen71

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Welcome to...

benchen71's Metas on a Tuesday (MOAT)

Can you storm the castle by getting across the MOAT? I should have been working on my thesis today but I just couldn't face it (I'll blame that on a slight headache). But a meta crossword? Oh yes, that's definitely doable! The answer to the meta is a two-word phrase.

The easiest way to submit is on Crosshare (and you get instant feedback and unlimited attempts!) But you can also PM me with your submission. Either way, I'll compile a list of those who successfully solve the meta.

I Got The Drop On You - Online Form
I Got The Drop On You - PUZ
I Got The Drop On You - PDF
I Got The Drop On You - spreadsheet

Nudges are here.
The solution is here.

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Moat crossed. Fun meta, Ben !!
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Most crossed, castle stormed… fun, no math required (phew!) Thanks Ben!
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Moat crossed, castle stormed!
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Moat crossed! Appreciate the fact that it didn’t make me 18ac… thanks Ben!
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Simple swim across the moat today. Thanks.
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:crossed_swords: :rabbit: :european_castle: Moat crossed - thanks, Ben!

I hate to encourage educational delinquents, but I'm glad you played hooky in order to give us this fun meta. (Hmm, can you work this into your thesis somehow? ;) )
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Had time this morning to get off the couch with the MMM and cross the MOAT with my morning coffee...another great meta. Thanks Ben!
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I pulled this pig across the drawbridge. He's just a little guy, so not destined to be sausage any time soon. Nice puzzle, Ben.
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MOAT crossed. Thanks Ben.
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Moat crossed, castle stormed, tavern visited for a few drops of mead. Thanks for the puzzle, Ben!
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rjy wrote: Tue Aug 01, 2023 7:23 am Most crossed, castle stormed… fun, no math required (phew!) Thanks Ben!
But I was looking forward to graphing polynomials this time!
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MOAT crossed! Thanks for the puzzle, Ben!
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Moat crossed. Thanks Ben!
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Moat crossed! Thanks!
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Moat has been crossed....
Fun one, thanks.
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Fun and no math - now you are talking! MOAT crossed, Thanks Ben
NUDGES!I am always willing to give nudges where needed; metas should be about fun, not frustration. Send me what you have done so far because often you are closer than you think!
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Solved upon second look. Fun stuff, thanks.
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Most crossed. Castle stormed.

Thanks, Ben!
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Crossed the moat and got to work --
(Did someone say Drop?)
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Thanks, Ben!
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