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Could this be a Deep Blue moment for the cryptic crossword?

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A computer program has reportedly outperformed humans at solving cryptic crosswords.

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“A computer program has finally outdone humans at solving cryptic crosswords. Plus, more from around the puzzleverse • Don’t get Cluesletter, our weekly puzzles newsletter, delivered to your inbox?”
Guardian AI, 20 Oct 2026, 15:27.

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