A gremlin is an error that makes a puzzle frustrating, difficult or impossible to complete.
If you think you’ve spotted something, first check this website to see if it’s already been noted. If not, and you’re the first to bring it to our attention, we’ll send you a Gremlin Spotter magnet to proudly display on your fridge!
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04, 2026
Handy Puzzles 144 – Gremlin
Crossword 1, page 22
The clue at 5dn was incorrect, it should have read ‘Largest sand desert’ for the answer SAHARA,
Thanks to A Humphry from NSW for reporting this gremlin.
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04, 2026
Christine’s BIG Crossword 408 – Gremlin
BIG 3, page 10
114ac should have read ‘Elicited (feelings)’ not ‘Elicits’ for the answer EVOKED.
Thanks to A Johnstone for reporting this gremlin.
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04, 2026
Variety Bumper Puzzles 142 – Gremlin
FindaWord 6, page 102
The word WHARF was missing from the word list.
Thank you to J Coldwell from NSW for alerting us to this Gremlin.













