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Minute Cryptic
Nov 07, 2026 · By Liam Runnalls
What is the Minute Cryptic for November 7, 2026 answer?
All verified hints and the final answer for Minute Cryptic for November 7, 2026. Clue: Checked identification after dragging latecomers off plane
"Checked identification after dragging latecomers off plane" (5)
Definition
Our definition here is 'Checked', and our answer will be another word for that.
Indicator
This clue's indicators are 'after' and 'dragging latecomers off'. One is a repositioning indicator telling us the order in which to arrange our fodder. The other is a deletion indicator telling us that neighbouring fodder will have some of its letters taken away.
Fodder
This clue's fodder is 'identification' and 'plane'. We'll need to find a short substitute for one of these and use it with the letters of the other (or some of them) to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
The Answer
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