Metro Cryptic Crossword Today: Answers for July 9 2026

The complete list of answers to the Metro Cryptic Crossword published on July 9 2026.

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Clues Across (14 total)

(1)
Audibly groan with essential soul
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Now put up in residential area
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Heel tilts toe out of place
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Head of college to make fun of cheat
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Nameless deserted plant
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At trial, editor bore witness
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Decree to deceive upset rubbish
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Worrying Ulster conclusion
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One who arranges transfers between banks?
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(18)
Pore over cord
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Back part of animal
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Say 'Wow' at unexpected hidden traveller
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Awful dearth in cotton
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(22)
Fast that is unusual for a festival
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Clues Down (10 total)

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Receiver is headset, it'll broadcast
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Company of students etc loosely assemble
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Contestant in event ran third
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Submarine moving about (1-4)
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Levy suggested for small nails
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Useless possession the WI ordered – charger?
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Put down the phone, no longer engaged?
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Spanner doesn't begin on hilltop
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Contemplated scattered sedum
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About Metro Cryptic Crossword Puzzle

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