Eye 381

[endanger33]

17a The present economy isn't dear one for the Exchequer's chief! (9) 7th E

79a Crunch 2unreal" in the city - nerve broken (6,7) ??u??? ????r?e

65d Having sod all, Dicky's languishing (8) First L

36a Those entering this niche in the property market soon down to their last stitch (4,4) ?o?e ??s?

many thanks
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[sedge47]

17a. expansive
79a. Lauren Laverne (who she? I found her on Google)
65d. lovesick
36a. I think this must be "love nest" but I can't see the word play ?

[endanger33]

many thanks
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[johnalex]

36a agree 'Love Nest' being a separate property for a couple to meet in private, usually to play mummies and daddies. After hastily removing one another's clothing they would soon be 'down to their last stitch'. Radiator recommended . . . .