Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Followed loch, showing persistence (10)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "persistence". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DOGGED (synonym of "Followed") + NESS (synonym of "loch,"); definition: "persistence" The answer is DOGGEDNESS.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Followed loch, showing persistence (10)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is DOGGEDNESS.