The Times - Cryptic - Times Quick Cryptic No 1494 Crossword Answer

The Times - Cryptic - Times Quick Cryptic No 1494 Crossword Answer

Clues	Answers
Love new lid on drink container	oil drum
Main oar is repaired here in Turkey	asia minor
Mead? Alas, turns out to be water	adams ale
Not worth considering boxing fight shunned by beginner	OUT
On return Gibraltar number one’s with European, important person	big noise
Religious Education on page monks, say, reserve in advance	PREORDER
Small group not heard	KNOT
Speak slowly, attract learner	DRAWL
Spy sabre, exotic, for witness?	passer-by
Think she has eight sisters — heavenly!	MUSE
Transparent fabric? Absolutely	SHEER
University staff referring to publicity at Queen’s?	READERS
Wash some gear in secret	RINSE

Clues	Answers
After time, inquire about supporting Church’s specially-formed group	task force
At outset positive, look up manager’s description of well-paid job	PLUM
Breed behind tower	REAR
Close examination of Southern vineyard, very small	SCRUTINY
Dull, impact oddly lacking	MAT
English politician at sports fixture’s finding evidence of earlier drinking?	EMPTIES
Fish in quiet river with mischievous child	SHRIMP
From Guatemala, I sense a general problem	MALAISE
God! That’s not half thorough	THOR
Graduate’s home sink	BASIN
Horse’s previous record in class	FORM
I’m seen with Bible forsaking large drink	IMBIBE
It’s legal, due, to change President	de gaulle