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mathprofrockstar

5th October 2021, 00:22
Crazy old woman is twisted inside. (6)
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geeker

5th October 2021, 00:56
"Mal de brain" somewhat recalls where its sufferers may be found. (6)
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paul

5th October 2021, 01:56
(minor tweak)

Short bloke accompanies debutante back for fireworks (6)
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mathprofrockstar

5th October 2021, 02:05
Coincidentally, the in-state rivalry here in athletics between the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State U. is known as Bedlam, although, apparently, the origin of this usage is unclear. The first reference is from 1917, although it didn't catch on then.

https://www.oklahoman.com/article/2920867/origin-of-bedlam-series-is-a-mystery?
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mattrom

5th October 2021, 02:27
Hi Mprs, I noticed a reference to 'car dealers, or credit card holders'. Is 'bedlam' something to do with finance in the US?
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aristophanes

5th October 2021, 02:54
Gripped by startling sound, led off in frenzy (6)
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mathprofrockstar

5th October 2021, 03:20
Mattrom, that was just a reference to how various companies are trying to capitalize on the rivalry in their advertising.
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geeker

5th October 2021, 03:31
From calm Aldeburgh arises a veritable pandemonium (6).
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mattrom

5th October 2021, 03:52
OK, thanks, Prof. I was keen to find a new meaning for the word.
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aristophanes

5th October 2021, 04:07
Where manger was transformed, to cradle endless sacrifice (6)
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