Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rebels in times of trouble, losing head (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Rebels". The wordplay technique is a deletion. The answer is RISES. Explanation: {c}RISES (times of trouble) [losing head]

Question 2

What is the answer to "Rebels in times of trouble, losing head (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is RISES.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Rebels in times of trouble, losing head (5)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a deletion as its wordplay technique.