Merrimac Coup in Bridge Ends South's Run in No Trump
In a three no trump contract with West leading fourth highest spade, South uses a Merrimac Coup to force East to break the heart and diamond tyings. The maneuver hinges on shifting hearts and running diamonds while guarding the clubs. The coup, named after the 1898 sunken ship, can succeed even if West held king jack fifth of spades.
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Astrological Advice Mixed With Puzzle Fragments
The column blends zodiac notes for Libra Scorpio and others with a jumble of letters and clues. The readable astrology hints urge honest talk and social outing while the puzzle yields scattered crossword fragments and stray words.
Bach and Khayyam puzzle clues mix of names
Puzzle entry lists clues and answers including Bach Khayyam Sharif Fido, Barcelona, Tse-tung, Pita treat, John in, Jean Auel heroine, Ben Jerry rival, and other hints. Clues span stage boy awards 41 to crestfallen worker 56 with varied wordplay and definitions.
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Horoscope guidance and tips for Capricorn Aquarius and Pisces
BaytownSun.com promotes self care and prudent spending, suggesting conference value over indulgence. Capricorn should stabilize plans despite hiccups, Aquarius will shine in groups and propose ideas, while Pisces should keep personal matters from impacting work.
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Word puzzle shares a threefold hidden theme
A daily horoscope style puzzle presents a list for Aries through Virgo with brief guidance. It asks to find a common word shared by three solution words, each puzzle word matching given lengths and positions, then forms a fourth puzzle. The text hints at securing position and lists brief traits. The goal is to locate the three words, their shared link, and assemble a new puzzle phrase.
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Accents spark curiosity and invite compromise in Dear Abby reply
A reader with Puerto Rican roots asks if questioning accents is rude. Abby notes curiosity is common and suggests addressing the issue gently while sharing feelings. In another letter, a Rose of Texas seeks a quiet 50th anniversary. Abby counsels a small family celebration and a possible Broadway trip as a “second honeymoon.”
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Sudoku: fill grid with digits 1 through 9
Solve the Sudoku puzzle by placing numbers 1 to 9 in each row column and 3x3 box without repetition. Use logical deduction or standard solving techniques to complete every cell, ensuring all regions contain the digits 1 through 9 exactly once. Seek unique solution and verify consistency across all rows columns and boxes.
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