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smiffy

22nd October 2011, 13:47
I really don't get this one at all...
11a Stands back to give support in theatre (5)P-D-A
Theatre, acting, operating, war? Stands suggests it should have an S?
Any indicators welcome, and thanks in advance
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ab

22nd October 2011, 13:49
Not sure if you want the answer but think latin plural and aid.
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chips

22nd October 2011, 13:49
Podia? ('aid' + 'op', both backwards. ) Think it's the plural of 'podium'/stage.
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pastille

22nd October 2011, 13:50
Does podia hace anything to do with feet? =standing?
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smiffy

22nd October 2011, 13:55
Many thanks. I don't think I would have got that. I was deemed too thick to study latin beyond the first year, and only made it to doctorate level scientist. I guess podium is a neutral noun, then....
Many thanks
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