Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Probes without warning place threats on board (4,6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Probes without warning". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SPOT (synonym="place") + CHECKS (synonym="threats on chess board.") = SPOT CHECKS; definition: "Probes without warning" The answer is SPOT CHECKS.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Probes without warning place threats on board (4,6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SPOT CHECKS.