Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Chaste lady on vacation avoiding excess (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "avoiding excess". The wordplay uses charade, parts. MODEST (synonym of "Chaste") + LY (middle of "lady") [outer letters: "vacation"]; definition: "avoiding excess" The answer is MODESTLY.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Chaste lady on vacation avoiding excess (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is MODESTLY.