One quiz at a time

Post by **PhilW** » 11:06 Thu 06 Apr 2017

flash_uk wrote: ↑09:35 Thu 06 Apr 2017 Does the answer have the same number of letters as the puzzle?

No.

Post by **PhilW** » 11:06 Thu 06 Apr 2017

As it's your turn now

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Old Bridge wrote: ↑09:00 Thu 06 Apr 2017 Synonyms?

"Synonyms" is not the answer to the puzzle.

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 11:39 Thu 06 Apr 2017

Very sorry.

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 11:46 Thu 06 Apr 2017

PhilW wrote: ↑11:06 Thu 06 Apr 2017 As it's your turn now :
Old Bridge wrote: ↑09:00 Thu 06 Apr 2017 Synonyms?
"Synonyms" is not the answer to the puzzle.

What I ment with writing a questionmark after synonyms, was to clarify if synonyms of the words in the puzzle was the way to go. I did not in any way think that the word synonyms was the answer.

Post by **PhilW** » 13:46 Thu 06 Apr 2017

Old Bridge wrote: ↑11:46 Thu 06 Apr 2017What I ment with writing a questionmark after synonyms, was to clarify if synonyms of the words in the puzzle was the way to go. I did not in any way think that the word synonyms was the answer.

I realised that probably wasn't intended as the answer, but was hedging slightly on how much clue to give, hence my reply was intended to be mildly cryptic (apologies if it came over pedantic/annoying). More clearly since you've asked directly: yes, synonyms will help you solve the puzzle.

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 14:48 Thu 06 Apr 2017

I sat and smiled when I wrote the reply, so no offence taken. It just goes to show how different a sentence can "sound" when it is written and not spoken directly to a person. Maybe "smilies" do have a function?

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 14:50 Thu 06 Apr 2017

PhilW wrote: ↑13:46 Thu 06 Apr 2017
Old Bridge wrote: ↑11:46 Thu 06 Apr 2017What I ment with writing a questionmark after synonyms, was to clarify if synonyms of the words in the puzzle was the way to go. I did not in any way think that the word synonyms was the answer.
I realised that probably wasn't intended as the answer, but was hedging slightly on how much clue to give, hence my reply was intended to be mildly cryptic (apologies if it came over pedantic/annoying). More clearly since you've asked directly: yes, synonyms will help you solve the puzzle.

Then I think it may have something to do with your feelings about maybe turning 50?

Post by **PhilW** » 16:29 Thu 06 Apr 2017

Old Bridge wrote:Then I think it may have something to do with your feelings about maybe turning 50?

No, I can't see any connection there.

The answer, once the question is understood, is a straightforward one-word answer.

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 07:27 Mon 17 Apr 2017

Is another hint out of the question?

Post by **PhilW** » 09:21 Mon 17 Apr 2017

Old Bridge wrote:Is another hint out of the question?

It has been a while, hasn't it. Ok, big hint; you were very much on the right track with synonyms; also consider how the words sound.

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Post by **PhilW** » 14:15 Fri 28 Apr 2017

PhilW wrote: ↑09:21 Mon 17 Apr 2017
Old Bridge wrote:Is another hint out of the question?
It has been a while, hasn't it. Ok, big hint; you were very much on the right track with synonyms; also consider how the words sound.

Perhaps people find word puzzles less interesting; perhaps this is a poor puzzle. A last set of clues to encourage; answer after the weekend if not solved by then.
- Consider each word, and possible synonyms
- Consider each word, and possible homonyms
- Consider homonyms of synonyms
- The first word is trickier than the rest, ignore it and work on the others
- This should provide a sentence which is a question with a one word answer

Post by **flash_uk** » 20:54 Fri 28 Apr 2017

Palindrome

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 20:56 Fri 28 Apr 2017

How did you get there?

Post by **flash_uk** » 21:01 Fri 28 Apr 2017

Not quite figured out the whole question I don't think, but:

? term can you (ewe) read (reed) ? ways (weighs) round.

The first word I am guessing is Which (witch). Phil must be a Buffy fan!

And the second question mark could be both maybe.

So: Which term can you (ewe) read (reed) both ways (weighs) round?

Post by **PhilW** » 21:30 Fri 28 Apr 2017

flash_uk wrote: ↑20:54 Fri 28 Apr 2017Palindrome

Nicely done Mike

In full:
Start: Willow words tin sheep stalk either evaluate hoop?
Synonyms: (Witch) words (can) (ewe) (reed) either (weigh) round? (with a slight cheat on the Synonym for the first word)!
Homonyms: (Which) words can (you) (read) either (way) round?
Answer: Palindromes

Mike's question next.

Post by **flash_uk** » 12:54 Sat 29 Apr 2017

I am staring out of my study window into the garden, which is very colourful at this time of year thanks to the flowers of two different types of bush. Name the bushes.

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 15:20 Sat 29 Apr 2017

Forsythia and Flowering Quince

Post by **flash_uk** » 17:44 Sat 29 Apr 2017

Old Bridge wrote: ↑15:20 Sat 29 Apr 2017 Forsythia and Flowering Quince

Nope, not either of these.

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 17:47 Sat 29 Apr 2017

Winter Heath and Witch Hazel

Post by **flash_uk** » 17:49 Sat 29 Apr 2017

Old Bridge wrote: ↑17:47 Sat 29 Apr 2017 Winter Heath and Witch Hazel

Not your turn

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 18:00 Sat 29 Apr 2017

I know, but I thought nobody would notice.

Post by **PhilW** » 08:43 Tue 02 May 2017

Hibiscus and Honeysuckle

Post by **flash_uk** » 08:47 Tue 02 May 2017

PhilW wrote: ↑08:43 Tue 02 May 2017 Hibiscus and Honeysuckle

Not not these either.

Post by **flash_uk** » 08:48 Tue 02 May 2017

A small clue for one of the bushes. Although technically it is not a tree, most people refer to it as a tree.

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 12:02 Tue 02 May 2017

Old Bridge wrote: ↑17:47 Sat 29 Apr 2017 Winter Heath and Witch Hazel

OK my turn now.

idj123 · Post by **idj123** » 20:02 Tue 02 May 2017

Cherry and Apple Blossom?

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 20:31 Tue 02 May 2017

Magnolia and Azalea

Post by **flash_uk** » 22:22 Tue 02 May 2017

Old Bridge wrote: ↑12:02 Tue 02 May 2017
Old Bridge wrote: ↑17:47 Sat 29 Apr 2017 Winter Heath and Witch Hazel
OK my turn now.

Not these.

Post by **flash_uk** » 22:23 Tue 02 May 2017

idj123 wrote: ↑20:02 Tue 02 May 2017 Cherry and Apple Blossom?

There are cherry blossoms lining the street, but none in my back garden. Nor any apple blossom.

Post by **flash_uk** » 22:26 Tue 02 May 2017

Old Bridge wrote: ↑20:31 Tue 02 May 2017 Magnolia and Azalea

I do have a Magnolia in the garden and it had a huge blossom about a month ago. But this was not one of the bushes I was referring to. And not Azalea either.

Post by **flash_uk** » 06:40 Fri 05 May 2017

Another clue - one of these bushes needs ericaceous soil.

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 10:45 Fri 05 May 2017

Rhododendron and Lilac?

Post by **flash_uk** » 18:59 Fri 05 May 2017

Old Bridge wrote: ↑10:45 Fri 05 May 2017 Rhododendron and Lilac?

Goodness me - both correct! Well done

Over to you!

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 20:16 Fri 05 May 2017

I probably was jumping the queue here, but anyway. Nobody has so far objected.
Presently I am enjoying a very nice small whisky, which?

Post by **flash_uk** » 23:36 Fri 05 May 2017

Springbank

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 05:48 Sat 06 May 2017

flash_uk wrote: ↑23:36 Fri 05 May 2017Springbank

Correct distillery. Many whiskies to choose from.

Doggett · Post by **Doggett** » 22:02 Sat 06 May 2017

flash_uk wrote: ↑23:36 Fri 05 May 2017Springbank

impressive guess...

Post by **flash_uk** » 22:02 Sun 14 May 2017

Some others need to guess!

Post by **DRT** » 23:27 Sun 14 May 2017

Longrow 14 yr old sherry cask?

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 13:43 Mon 15 May 2017

DRT wrote: ↑23:27 Sun 14 May 2017 Longrow 14 yr old sherry cask?

Not Longrow, it was a Springbank (ie distilled 2,5 times).

Post by **flash_uk** » 22:50 Wed 17 May 2017

Springbank 15yo?

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 04:42 Thu 18 May 2017

flash_uk wrote: ↑22:50 Wed 17 May 2017 Springbank 15yo?

No not that one. I find it a bit too sweet.

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 14:30 Wed 31 May 2017

12 year old cask strength

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 15:09 Wed 31 May 2017

Springbank 12yo C. s. - Batch 12 - 54.1 %, 65% Sherry / 35% Bourbon Casks is correct.
Well done AHB, your turn.

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 21:56 Sat 03 Jun 2017

A very simple question - and actually one I will have to research the answer for.

What is the vintage of the oldest bottle of unfortified wine I currently have in my wine collection?

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 22:00 Sat 03 Jun 2017

Post by **Alex Bridgeman** » 06:07 Sun 04 Jun 2017

1892 is the nearest guess so far, but is not correct.

Post by **flash_uk** » 09:22 Sun 04 Jun 2017

1963?

Old Bridge · Post by **Old Bridge** » 09:58 Sun 04 Jun 2017

Post by **PhilW** » 15:03 Sun 04 Jun 2017