Everyman 3785 done but checking one not happy with! by johnpuzzle

28th April 2019, 17:36

Have 'DISTANCE' for 17D but can't quite justify it from the clue given - although I think 'DISTANCE can = RESERVE. Thoughts?

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28th April 2019, 17:38

Clue ?

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28th April 2019, 17:41

17d Reserve is tackling in front with ball gaining possession (8)

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28th April 2019, 17:41

distance = reserve (def)
is
t - t (ackling)
dance - ball

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28th April 2019, 17:42

Ah, yes!

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28th April 2019, 18:30

Thanks for the verification. A more straightforward puzzle this week I feel - more like it used to be.

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