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BWS Puzzle 22: Midi Themeless #10 (diagonal symmetry)


Huzzah, more diagonal symmetry! I used it recently with Midi Themeless #9 because some seed entries crossed in just the right way, and I'm using it this time because it allowed for several long answers to squeeze into one area and helped the whole thing feel a little more like an open themeless grid, despite its size. Plus, I just think it looks nice 😊

As usual, some entries may be inspired by recent stuff: current events, or things I'm watching, or (in one case, in this puzzle) things I find myself saying at the dinner table, etc.

Enjoy the solve, and share if you do! Constructive feedback in the comments is always welcome.

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  1. Norah aka ShannonMay 14, 2021 at 1:31 PM

    Nice puz! a little tricky, just right.

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    1. Brendan W. SullivanMay 17, 2021 at 10:03 AM

      Hey, thanks Norah! "A little tricky" is just what I was going for 😊

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