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Looks like most of us are in the same boat.

I've got the item, I think, but just can't find the thematic word - at least, not in the right place. Is it the one that every source indicates that it should be, to fit with the others??

Mauefw, it is the word you would expect

Thanks quisling. Leaves me even more baffled, unfortunately - the only place I've found it so far isn't fully in the quad, and doesn't give a symmetrical illustration. I guess I'll keep looking.

Do you know what the item looks like, Mauefw?

Yes, I think so - and I've been looking for that shape - but the one I've found goes too far east, and isn't symmetrical when combined with the item. And, to be honest, is a bit of a stretch anyway.

Mauefw. Follow Woodlouse’s suggestion. You will then find 2 possibilities for the associated word. The better symmetry unfortunately leads to a plural. The less good symmetry leads to a word which, under definition 4, whilst in the right area, is of the wrong material! When you get it, you’ll see what I mean.
Nice puzzle, as usual Shark.

Thanks simplesimon & quisling. Cryptic! But makes me think that perhaps I'm barking up the wrong tree with the item I've found - if so, it's either a red herring or an unfortunate coincidence.

Maybe I'll come back to it.

Mauefw, my email was @9 on the 4719 thread, if you wish

Do the identical unches remain identical (eg, two Rs become two Ls) or do they become different letters?

Dsc different letters