Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lively sparrow avoiding pointer with good reason (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "pointer". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is SPRIGHTLY.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Lively sparrow avoiding pointer with good reason (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SPRIGHTLY.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Lively sparrow avoiding pointer with good reason (9)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a charade (building blocks) as its wordplay technique.