Dicky or Ben is to be carried Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Dicky or Ben is to be carried" from Daily Cryptic crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Dicky or Ben is to be carried" leads us to the answer "BORNE." This clue is a clever play on words that requires some lateral thinking to decipher. Here's why this answer perfectly fits the clue:

• Dicky or Ben: In this context, "Dicky" and "Ben" are names that can be associated with the abbreviation "B" for Ben. It hints at names starting with "B."
• Is to be carried: The word "to be carried" suggests that the answer is a past participle, indicating something that has been transported or conveyed.
• BORNE: By combining the initial "B" hinted by "Dicky or Ben" with the past participle "borne," we get the complete answer that fits both parts of the clue perfectly.

Therefore, the answer "BORNE" elegantly solves the cryptic clue by interpreting the names as initials and connecting them with the concept of being carried, resulting in a satisfying solution that aligns with both elements of the original hint.

 The Crossword clue "Dicky or Ben is to be carried" published 2 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily Cryptic	21 May 2022	BORNE