Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bit of power seized by joint US paramilitary force (4,4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "US paramilitary force". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym="WATT") + WATT (synonym="WATT") + EAM (synonym="WATT") = SWAT TEAM; definition: "US paramilitary force" The answer is SWAT TEAM.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Bit of power seized by joint US paramilitary force (4,4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SWAT TEAM.