Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Refusal, then agreement, for recess (4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "recess". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NO (synonym of "Refusal,") + OK (synonym of "agreement,"); definition: "recess" The answer is NOOK.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Refusal, then agreement, for recess (4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is NOOK.