Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Temperature awful in the East End? It's sweltering (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

This cryptic clue uses wordplay to arrive at the answer. Visit the page for progressive hints — definition, wordplay type, and a full step-by-step explanation.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Temperature awful in the East End? It's sweltering (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TORRID.