Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spies act foolishly, providing distraction (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "providing distraction". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is ESCAPIST. Explanation: anagram of SPIESACT ("Spies act") [anagram: "foolishly,"] = ESCAPIST; definition: "providing distraction"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Spies act foolishly, providing distraction (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ESCAPIST.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Spies act foolishly, providing distraction (8)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.