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- Tue Nov 29, 2011 11:29 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Tuesday 29th November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 107)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1194
Re: Tuesday 29th November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 107)
Great to see this arrive on the day with some nice little comments to boot, Liam.
- Sat Nov 26, 2011 4:50 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Thursday 24th November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 104)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5137
Re: Thursday 24th November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 104)
In fairness to the makers of the dictionary, I think it's fair enough that the appearance of a word like QUOTER is a judgement call based on usage, whereas QINTAR has to be in even if it's used less. What is someone who quotes called? There isn't really a word for it, or even the need for a word fo...
- Sat Nov 26, 2011 4:38 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 25 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 105)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 588
Friday 25 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 105)
Countdown recap for Friday 25 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 105). C1: Champion Dudley Lidiard (1 win, 77 points.) C2: Challenger Kirsten Thompson. DC: Susie Dent and Tim Vine. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. It’s almost the end of November and the weather finally seems to be turni...
- Sat Nov 26, 2011 12:57 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Thursday 24th November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 104)
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5137
Re: Thursday 24th November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 104)
Loved Jeff's quip: "It's about common usage - that's the reason that qintars, the Albanian currency's in there."James Robinson wrote:You might think that people who quote are quoters..................., but you'd be wrong
- Tue Nov 22, 2011 9:24 pm
- Forum: Countdown - General
- Topic: Should Countdown BAN Under 16's?
- Replies: 44
- Views: 9295
- Sat Nov 19, 2011 12:49 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 18 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 100)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 844
Friday 18 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 100)
Countdown recap for Friday 18 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 100). C1: Champion Paul Keane (6 wins, 538 points.) C2: Challenger Jane Wrightson. DC: Susie Dent and John Parrott. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. It’s the 100th episode of the series and Paul Keane is in the champion’s ...
- Tue Nov 15, 2011 11:17 pm
- Forum: Countdown - General
- Topic: Nick Hewer, YOU'RE HIRED!!!
- Replies: 204
- Views: 39245
Re: STELLING TO GO (or is he????????)
It's an 8 out of 10 cats special. Jeff isn't involved. I was under the impression it was the first recordings with the new host, with more to follow on December 12 (also with Paul Zenon in DC), and the 8/10 Cats special was another day, but I may have got it wrong. Whatever, I hope the ID of said p...
- Sat Nov 12, 2011 8:52 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Historical recaps
- Topic: Thursday 16th March 1989 (Series 17, 2nd SF)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2195
Re: Thursday 16th March 1989 (Series 17, 2nd SF)
I agree the notes are a bit ambiguous. No offence meant, sir!James Robinson wrote:Well, when the notes said a tick next to US for TOWELING on the notes, I assumed that meant it was fine on that basis.
- Sat Nov 12, 2011 8:47 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 11 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 95)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 702
Friday 11 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 95)
Countdown recap for Friday 11 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 95). C1: Champion Paul Keane (1 win, 90 points.) C2: Challenger Siobhan O'Shea. DC: Susie Dent and Ken Bruce. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Remarkably it’s that time of the week again already, so let’s see what happened...
- Sat Nov 12, 2011 7:49 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Historical recaps
- Topic: Thursday 16th March 1989 (Series 17, 2nd SF)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2195
Re: Thursday 16th March 1989 (Series 17, 2nd SF)
C1: toweling - should have been given, as it's OK as an American spelling, which were OK back then :oops: DC were right this time, as the American spelling wasn't listed until the COD8. Well spotted, Clive, probably a misinterpretation of my notes by James (who doesn't make many mistakes, to be fai...
- Mon Nov 07, 2011 10:27 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Monday 7 November 2011 (Series 65, Preliminary 91)
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1477
Re: Monday 7 November 2011 (Series 65, Preliminary 91)
Should be noted that Rachel got this late. Sorry to have to point it out, but if you will put pictures of Boris in your recaps...Rhys Benjamin wrote:Round 10: 1, 10, 6, 5, 8, 7. Target: 919.
RR: 919. (10 + 6 + 7) x 8 x 5 - 1 (10)
- Mon Nov 07, 2011 5:37 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Events
- Topic: Countdown in London 2011
- Replies: 180
- Views: 47665
Re: Countdown in London 2011
Thought it was me that came 12th, but may have go it wrong, as it was only from a quick glance at the laptop before it went AWOL. Hopefully we'll know the results soon!Thomas Carey wrote:12th.Douglas Wilson wrote:Where did Innis come?
- Sat Nov 05, 2011 12:20 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 4 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 90)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 659
Friday 4 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 90)
Countdown recap for Friday 4 November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 90). C1: Champion Clive Barham (1 win, 72 points.) C2: Challenger Barry Morris. DC: Susie Dent and Mark Durden-Smith. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. After the run of octochamp reigns ending on a Thursday that kept occurri...
- Thu Nov 03, 2011 9:37 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Thursday 3rd November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 89)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 957
Re: Thursday 3rd November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 89)
No STARTLER in the ODE3, I'm afraid. Still, RATTLERS is a useful anagram...James Robinson wrote:OT: REALTORS (8) RELATORS (8) ROSTRATE (8) STARTLER (8)
- Thu Nov 03, 2011 9:35 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Wednesday 2nd November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 88)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1004
Re: Wednesday 2nd November 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 88)
And, as such, a mass noun, and therefore invalid in the plural. (it's another name for ACCIDIE.) Consider it ticketed.James Robinson wrote:ACEDIA is another name for sloth, as in the deadly sin, as opposed to the lazy creature.
- Sun Oct 30, 2011 11:53 am
- Forum: Countdown - Events
- Topic: Countdown in London 2011
- Replies: 180
- Views: 47665
Re: Countdown in London 2011
Yet another great Co-Event, so (witch's) hats off to the organisers for providing such a well-run day. Well done to Matt for a typically modest victory in the final and to Thomas for being a worth runner-up. As usual, it was great to see everyone (again) and I will treasure my apterous mug for the '...
- Sun Oct 30, 2011 11:41 am
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 28 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 85)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 640
Friday 28 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 85)
Countdown recap for Friday 28 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 85). C1: Champion David Butcher (3 wins, 244 points.) C2: Challenger Kyle McGrory. DC: Susie Dent and Cheryl Baker. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Delayed a little bit (but not too much to be fair) by the mega-event yeste...
- Sat Oct 22, 2011 10:25 am
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 21 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 80)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 626
Friday 21 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 80)
Countdown recap for Friday 21 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 80). C1: Champion Beryl Upshall (2 wins, 157 points.) C2: Challenger Sam Weissman. DC: Susie Dent and Les Dennis. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. It’s Friday again and two-times champion Beryl Upshall takes on newcomer Sam...
- Tue Oct 18, 2011 10:09 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Events
- Topic: Tournament formats
- Replies: 36
- Views: 8918
Re: Tournament formats
I went for Edinburgh style, but I like 'em both. Long may they both live, despite their respective failings.
- Tue Oct 18, 2011 10:05 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Monday 17 October 2011 (Series 65, Preliminary 76)
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2683
Re: Monday 17 September 2011 (Series 65, Preliminary 76)
Not any more it doesn't. But there's still only 2 N's in denizen.James Robinson wrote:P.S. It still says this, Rhys.James Robinson wrote:MEGA NOTE: WHY DOES IT SAY THIS ON THE TITLE:
Rhys Benjamin wrote:Monday 17 SEPTEMBER 2011
- Tue Oct 18, 2011 10:00 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
- Topic: Spoilers For Monday October 17th 2011
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3932
Re: Spoilers For Monday October 17th 2011
But I don't think so, as although Lynemouth is in close proximity to Newcastle, which is what was said, they probably would have said Lynemouth if she was from Lynemouth. But what if she came from Lynemouth, moved to Todmorden, and then went to live in Newcastle? I agree that the jury's still out, ...
- Mon Oct 17, 2011 10:46 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Monday 17 October 2011 (Series 65, Preliminary 76)
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2683
Re: Monday 17 September 2011 (Series 65, Preliminary 76)
Sorry to pick... don't you mean "2 N's, not 1"?Rhys Benjamin wrote:However Susie made the same mistake - you need 3 N's, not 2.
- Mon Oct 17, 2011 10:40 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
- Topic: Spoilers For Monday October 17th 2011
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3932
Re: Spoilers For Monday October 17th 2011
The 1998 Anne Haley was from Todmorden, originally Lynemouth. Could well have returned "home" in the intervening years. If I had to guess I'd definitely go for her being the same person. Yes, seems plausible. Unfortunately, I can't recall her from last time, even though she won a few prog...
- Sat Oct 15, 2011 11:57 am
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 14 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 75)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 697
Friday 14 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 75)
Countdown recap for Friday 14 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 75). C1: Champion Nikki Roberts (6 wins, 515 points.) C2: Challenger Jack Gregson. DC: Susie Dent and Phil Hammond. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Nikki’s week has been a bit up and down (with a respectable top score of 1...
- Mon Oct 10, 2011 10:12 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Monday October 10th 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 71)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 942
Re: Monday October 10th 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 71)
Yes, I too will miss the Ryan Recaps, but I guess all good things come to an end...James Robinson wrote:Shame to lose you, Ryan.
- Sun Oct 09, 2011 4:25 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Thursday 6th October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 69)
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2078
Re: Thursday 6th October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 69)
Even though Mike likes to normally give his take on the guests when it's his recap, I'd just like to say that Anneka has been a brilliant addition to DC this week and I hope she returns in the near future. ;) :) :D :mrgreen: 8-) Plagiarism alert! Agree with you, though. There seem to be more good a...
- Sun Oct 09, 2011 4:20 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Wednesday 5th October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 68)
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1248
Re: Wednesday 5th October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 68)
Can I nominate you for Pedant of the Week?Rhys Benjamin wrote:It's officially BBC OneJames Robinson wrote:ME ON POINTLESS: Friday 14th October, 17:15, BBC1
- Sun Oct 09, 2011 4:06 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 7 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 70)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 448
Friday 7 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 70)
Countdown recap for Friday 7 October 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 70). C1: Champion Nikki Roberts (1 win, 79 points.) C2: Challenger June McGregor. DC: Susie Dent and Anneka Rice. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. New champion Nikki Roberts takes on newcomer June McGregor in this Friday gam...
- Mon Oct 03, 2011 9:37 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
- Topic: Spoilers For Monday October 3rd 2011
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3410
Re: Spoilers For Monday October 3rd 2011
Somewhat bizarrely, the ODE only allows AUBRETIA and AUBRIETIA. Apparently it's not happy that AUBRIETA is the name of the genus, rather than one of the names now commonly given to the plant. Wikipedia (the fount of all knowledge) seems to disagree.John Douglas wrote:R1 AUBRIETA for 8
- Sat Oct 01, 2011 11:57 am
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 30 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 65)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 699
Friday 30 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 65)
Countdown recap for Friday 30 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 65). C1: Champion Jayne Wisniewski (5 wins, 431 points.) C2: Challenger Suzanne Osen. DC: Susie Dent and Kate Humble. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Since last Friday’s debut, Jayne Wisniewski has held on to her place i...
- Sun Sep 25, 2011 10:15 am
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 23 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 60)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 460
Friday 23 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 60)
Countdown recap for Friday 23 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 60). C1: Champion Andy Royce (3 wins, 232 points.) C2: Challenger Jayne Wisniewski. DC: Susie Dent and Dave Spikey. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Well, thank Countdown it’s Friday, and it’s time to see whether Andy Roy...
- Sun Sep 18, 2011 5:09 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 16 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 55)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 536
Friday 16 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 55)
Countdown recap for Friday 16 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 55). C1: Challenger Peter Metcalfe. C2: Challenger Nick Theobald. DC: Susie Dent and Paul Zenon. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Apparently I seem to be getting all the joy (if that’s what it is!) of doing all the recaps...
- Sun Sep 11, 2011 5:07 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 9 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 50)
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1614
Re: Friday 9 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 50)
I'll get my own back soon, Robinson...James Robinson wrote:Maybe so, Mike, but 370 was the target.......Mike Brown wrote:Round 14: 50, 100, 25, 75, 5, 3. Target: 370.
C1: 370. (3x100)+75-5 (10)
C2: 370. (3x100)+75-5 (10)
Score: 84–57 (max 122)
(Almost) everyone in the world gets 375...
- Sun Sep 11, 2011 5:06 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 9 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 50)
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1614
Re: Friday 9 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 50)
R2: I guess Carl wrote down the slightly risky RECOUNT (possibly hyphenated?). and just as he was about to declare, saw that COUNTER wasn't a risk at all :!: Although, of course, if he hadn't got COUNTER written down, he should have declared "seven, not written down". People have been pun...
- Sat Sep 10, 2011 8:44 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 9 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 50)
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1614
Friday 9 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 50)
Countdown recap for Friday 9 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 50). C1: Champion Carl Williams (3 wins, 284 points.) C2: Challenger Stefan Clarke. DC: Susie Dent and Gloria Hunniford. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Would you believe it’s the end of the week again already and it’s ti...
- Sat Sep 10, 2011 3:48 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Thursday 8th September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 49)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 819
Re: Thursday 8th September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 49)
BONEY and ODORISER aren't valid I'm afraid, James. The wiki's been amended.
- Wed Sep 07, 2011 7:18 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
- Topic: Spoilers For Wednesday September 7th 2011
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3104
Re: Spoilers For Wednesday September 7th not 6th 2011
So it is; thread title fixed.Thomas Carey wrote:It's the 7th of September today.
- Sat Sep 03, 2011 11:49 am
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 2 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 45)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 787
Friday 2 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 45)
Countdown recap for Friday 2 September 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 45). C1: Challenger Martin Steel. C2: Challenger Russell Tompkins. DC: Susie Dent and John Inverdale. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Well, Dave Taylor has now retired as an undefeated contestant until the finals and it w...
- Sun Aug 28, 2011 9:08 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 26 August 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 40)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 471
Friday 26 August 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 40)
Countdown recap for Friday 26 August 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 40). C1: Champion Dave Taylor (3 wins, 254 points.) C2: Challenger Tony Wilkins. DC: Susie Dent and William Roache. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Hurrah, Countdown has been back for a week and it’s time for me to dust dow...
- Sun Aug 28, 2011 2:52 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Tuesday 23rd August 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 37)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 941
Re: Tuesday 23rd August 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 37)
No LEPTONIC any more, I'm afraid, which brings the max down by 1. OT words on this round should be: CIPOLIN LECTION.Liam Tiernan wrote:Round 12: L I T P E N O C I
OT: LEPTONIC (8)
- Sun Aug 28, 2011 2:50 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Wednesday 24th August 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 38)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 702
Re: Wednesday 24th August 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 38)
Round 4, surely?James Robinson wrote: Round 2: D A S O M Z I E T
Hmmm, now where have I seen these letters before Ah yes, they were the same as round 2 yesterday
- Mon Aug 15, 2011 10:04 pm
- Forum: Countdown - General
- Topic: The Countdown Database - round details?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1407
Re: The Countdown Database - round details?
Agreed. When it's all done, I will have to buy you a very large drink.Graeme Cole wrote:Very informative, thanks. Looking forward to when it's all shiny and complete.Charlie Reams wrote:Hope that helps!
- Sun Aug 14, 2011 6:55 pm
- Forum: Countdown - General
- Topic: The Countdown Database - round details?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1407
Re: The Countdown Database - round details?
I've often wondered the same thing myself (and came to much the same conclusions), but never got around to asking Charlie. Care to comment, Mr Reams?
- Thu Aug 11, 2011 2:31 pm
- Forum: Countdown - General
- Topic: A big surprise
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1916
Re: A big surprise
Someone tried to use Mike Brown's Dictionary Corner tool on his Countdown page, but they said it was of no help to them. Granted, Mike was busy a few months ago but he had committed to updating his Countdown Page a lot more frequently from now on. Can anyone make sense of this? Hopefully I can... I...
- Wed Aug 03, 2011 9:39 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Events
- Topic: Countdown in Nottingham 2011- Saturday 30th July
- Replies: 125
- Views: 29691
Re: Countdown in Nottingham 2011- Saturday 30th July
Oi grass! Yeah I didn't send any anagrammy love from Dinos. I was also told to say hi to everyone from Dan McColm and some other people too and I just totally forgot. I was really tired though and lacked a bit of energy on Saturday so forgive me all. I'm sure I can forgive you, but only cos you do ...
- Wed Aug 03, 2011 4:39 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Events
- Topic: Countdown in Nottingham 2011- Saturday 30th July
- Replies: 125
- Views: 29691
Re: Countdown in Nottingham 2011- Saturday 30th July
No, he didn't, of if he did it was selective. Pity you couldn't make it, hopefully you'll be able to come to whatever CO-event comes next!Dinos Sfyris wrote:I texted Ryan though telling him to send everyone some anagrammy love on my behalf. Did he? He'll be getting a punch in the face if not
- Sun Jul 31, 2011 8:49 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Events
- Topic: Countdown in Nottingham 2011- Saturday 30th July
- Replies: 125
- Views: 29691
Re: Countdown in Nottingham 2011- Saturday 30th July
Controversial stuff in this thread today! Anyway, just wanted to thank Ben and Gill (or is it Jill?) for another well-organised event. As usual, it was great to meet everyone (again) and as well as some enjoyable and competitive games there was some enjoyable conversation to be had as well. As well ...
- Thu Jul 28, 2011 9:52 pm
- Forum: Countdown - General
- Topic: Countdown musings from a centenarian
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2441
Re: Countdown musings from a centenarian
Not sure, 65 to 70, I guess, but he was certainly a good player and a nice chap too.Gavin Chipper wrote:How old was George Greenhough? He was about 120 and fucking excellent to boot.
- Thu Jul 28, 2011 4:46 pm
- Forum: Countdown - General
- Topic: Countdown musings from a centenarian
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2441
Re: Countdown musings from a centenarian
Bertha Bourne, surely, was the oldest contestant to win a show - at 87. Can't believe you got that wrong, James.Marc Meakin wrote:I think you should lobby to get her on the show.
Which begs the question, who is the oldest contestant ?
- Thu Jul 28, 2011 4:44 pm
- Forum: Countdown - General
- Topic: Countdown musings from a centenarian
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2441
Re: Countdown musings from a centenarian
Bertha Bourne, surely, was the oldest contestant to win a show - at 87.Marc Meakin wrote:I think you should lobby to get her on the show.
Which begs the question, who is the oldest contestant ?
- Mon Jul 25, 2011 9:58 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Monday 25th July 2011 (Breast Special)
- Replies: 5
- Views: 947
Re: Monday 25th July 2011 (Breast Special)
And sadly it's also slipped out of this edition of the ODE. OT words should therefore be: CURIOSA PARISON PICAROS. I'll change the wiki accordingly. Great recap, btw.Ryan Taylor wrote:Sadly PARSONIC has nothing to do with Sonic the Hedgehog. It relates to clergymen.
- Sun Jul 24, 2011 8:04 pm
- Forum: apterous.org
- Topic: Dictionary fixes
- Replies: 38
- Views: 9552
Re: Dictionary fixes
Not in ODE3, it doesn't...Matt Coates wrote:is utopia not allowed? it is capitalised, but next to it it says utopia without the capital
- Sat Jul 23, 2011 9:38 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
- Topic: Spoilers for The Deeks-Day Landing (Thursday 21st July 2011)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3654
Re: Spoilers for The Deeks-Day Landing (Thursday 21st July 2
Thanks for spoiling the fact that Mark wins his first seven games by having a specific (but admittedly amusing) thread title.
EDIT: I'm sure it wasn't deliberate, but felt I ought to make the point, nevertheless.
EDIT: I'm sure it wasn't deliberate, but felt I ought to make the point, nevertheless.
- Sat Jul 23, 2011 9:28 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 22 July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 35)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 578
Friday 22 July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 35)
Countdown recap for Friday 22 July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 35). C1: Challenger Peter Staniland. C2: Challenger Shireen Ahmed. DC: Susie Dent and Mark Durden-Smith. RR: Rachel Riley. OT: Other words or solutions. Well, thank Countdown it’s Friday and it’s time for another recap from the wilds of Norf...
- Sat Jul 23, 2011 8:36 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Tuesday 19th July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 32)
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2335
Re: Tuesday 19th July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 32)
Rather more dully than the other posts, re Round 13: can I just point out that INLAYER(S) is no longer valid?
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 9:42 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Monday 18th July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 31)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2021
Re: Monday 18th July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 31)
ZAIDES looks like another typo that's been in JimDic right from the start, I'm afraid, so needs removing. Sorry and all that.Ryan Taylor wrote:Round 13: D I G S E Z P A I
OT: AZIDES (6) ZAIDES (6)
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 7:57 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Historical recaps
- Topic: Return of the Awesome Dudes
- Replies: 488
- Views: 206437
Re: Return of the Awesome Dudes
No worries, just didn't want to think you were having too much of a rest... and I sincerely hope you're not going to spam the wiki.James Robinson wrote: Making sure that all the wiki pages are spick and spam is my big task.
That'll keep me going for a bit.
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 7:31 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Historical recaps
- Topic: Return of the Awesome Dudes
- Replies: 488
- Views: 206437
Re: Return of the Awesome Dudes
COMPLETION!!!!! Well, I'm all out of recaps. My work is done. ;) :) :D :mrgreen: 8-) So, tidy up on the wiki will be by next job, which will take me many, many hours, but will be nice to have an even more relaxing job to do. 8-) S'pose you could add the max words for the Series 2 progs as they get ...
- Mon Jul 18, 2011 9:35 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 15 July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 30)
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2504
Re: Friday 15 July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 30)
Thanks James, as effective a proofreader as ever.James Robinson wrote:Unless I'm not mistaken, Mike, that only adds up to 608. I think you need to add "+25" to the end of that.
- Mon Jul 18, 2011 9:34 pm
- Forum: Countdown - Current recaps
- Topic: Friday 15 July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 30)
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2504
Re: Friday 15 July 2011 (Series 65, Prelim 30)
Now, if only there was an online database of all of the previous teasers... :) I'm afraid I can't quite read you here, Mike. Are you saying "wouldn't this be nice, shame it will never happen"? I'm not aware of any database which enables the sort of search you're alluding to. I wouldn't re...