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for 34, I originally had the U word but the O word fits better with 54 - see Miller's The Crucible passim ...

Good reference, Prospero, I’m even more convinced by the O now. It will be interesting to see the intended solution.

Great fun this one. Thanks to Maskarade for an entertaining festive challenge.

There’s always one/two to frustrate! Themed at 1dn/22ac
?TT? A?SE Otto Pase?!

bard - re-anagramise your last 4 letters

I stand by my previous comment but I
I'm doing it anyway, hurting my head but kind of ok

After a good start, I still can't work out the carol and the one beneath it, 85 Across. Any help appreciated.

Hi Rocketman,

The "Carol" is a place name and if you Google it followed by "carol" you should see it straight away.

85a - first 2 letters are an "ancient copper" Roman coin then 5 letter "measures" - definition is "in court" (periodical sitting of judges on circuit)

Many thanks, Brendan - I'll give that a whirl.

Thanks prospero. I meant to type ‘apse’. Not the most satisfactory of clues - the answers bear no relation to the themed clues at all.

Hi, I have enjoyed this puzzle. I just have a few to finish off. Please could I have a hint for 6 down, does it begin with F? Also I am stuck on 40 across, I cannot seem to fit two words in to make a party? Thank you