Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Getting hold of match official is difficult for Cambridge University (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Cambridge University". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). VAR (synonym="abbrev. for “Video Assistant Referee”, an official in a sports match assisting the referee, by using a video recording of the match as it happens") in HARD (synonym="difficult/tricky") = HARVARD; definition: "Cambridge University" The answer is HARVARD.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Getting hold of match official is difficult for Cambridge University (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is HARVARD.