Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sideways, last-minute improvement? (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Sideways,". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is LATERALLY. Explanation: LATE (synonym of "last-minute") + RALLY (synonym of "improvement?"); definition: "Sideways,"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Sideways, last-minute improvement? (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is LATERALLY.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Sideways, last-minute improvement? (9)"?

Accepted Answer

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