Reversal

In a clue with a reversal, reverse the letters to make a new word or words.

Indicators

Common reversal indicators include:

  • returning
  • back
  • backwards
  • retrace
  • retreat
  • reverse
  • upon reflection
  • up
  • inverted

Examples

King with a golden touch is unhappy I'm returning (5)

  • The definition is King with a golden touch
  • unhappy can be sad
  • I'm is used directly
  • returning indicates a reversal

sad Im → midas

midas

Idly chat with actor Neeson, returning post office worker's sack (7)

  • The definition is post office worker's sack
  • Idly chat can be gab
  • actor Neeson can be Liam
  • returning indicates a reversal

gab liam → mailbag

mailbag