Guardian cryptic crossword No. 30,091

The Guardian has released cryptic crossword No. 30,091, with clues across and down for solvers to complete.

By El Medio Oriente
August 29, 2026
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The Guardian has published cryptic crossword No. 30,091 for readers to solve. The puzzle features clues both across and down, ranging from four-letter answers to solutions requiring up to 15 letters.

Across clues include references to sensational reading about an evil demon, a court award linked to an alternative month, and an astronomer's western partner with a sign. Additional clues reference a composer of divertimento, treasure, an artist's power unit, and a deceiver featured in the Observer.

Down clues cover topics including the Artemis II crew, a smiley book, insults, company actors, and various wordplay challenges. Solvers can access the puzzle through The Guardian app for what the publication describes as a better puzzles experience.

The puzzle includes tools such as WordReveal, WordClear, and an Anagram Helper to assist solvers working through the clues.

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