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Hi there,

Am stuck on 13a (6) 'Provocative tax on small-boat port'. I've got s-l-r-

Thanks

Hi again,

Am also a bit unsure about 18d (7) 'Hector getting more rude about weight'. I've got
b-u-t-r and can't decide between 'bluster' and 'blunter'. grateful for any thoughts.

sultry?

Bluster = hector

Bluster = hector

Thanks - sultry looks good.

Yes - I can see the link with 'bluster' and hector, but where is the idea of weight? Also, more rude made me lean towards 'blunter' as in very direct.

Hello again,

I've just seen it! It's 'bluster' right enough - bluer (more rude) with 'st' (weight) inside.

Thanks to you both, and happy crosswording.