What does the cryptic crossword clue "Choices for sweet couple with finale of Brief Encounter? (5,4)" mean?

The definition is "finale of Brief Encounter?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FOOLS (synonym="choice of sweets, desserts") + MATE (synonym="couple") = FOOLS MATE; definition: "finale of Brief Encounter?" The answer is FOOLS MATE.

Choices for sweet couple with finale of Brief Encounter? (5,4)

Times Cryptic #29267 | 16 Down | 2025-06-27 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Times's puzzle site →