Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "What's taken up as challenge, but punishing for runners? (8)" 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 "What's taken up as challenge, but punishing for runners? (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is GAUNTLET.