Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Some popes were so merciful! (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Some popes were so / merciful". The wordplay technique is a double definition. The answer is CLEMENT. Explanation: Double definition

Question 2

What is the answer to "Some popes were so merciful! (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is CLEMENT.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Some popes were so merciful! (7)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a double definition as its wordplay technique.