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Expert on a bird of prey (8)
This person has a special bond with a majestic hunter of the skies! 🦅
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Saturday, July 18, 2026
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- 1. Expect, with optimism (4) — Answer: HOPE. Hint: It's that feeling we often chase when dreaming of a brighter tomorrow! 🌟
- 3. Get a move on, driver! (4,2,2) — Answer: STEPONIT. Hint: When it's time to speed up, you might hear this phrase! 🚗
- 9. Nut turner (7) — Answer: SPANNER. Hint: Think of a handy tool that helps with tightening things up! 🔧
- 10. Provincial (5) — Answer: LOCAL. Hint: Think about something that pertains to a specific area or community! 🏡
- 11. Emerging butterfly (5) — Answer: IMAGO. Hint: Think about the final stage of a butterfly's life cycle! 🦋
- 12. Go by (6) — Answer: ELAPSE. Hint: Time has a way of slipping away, doesn't it? ⏳
- 14. World as a community (6,7) — Answer: GLOBALVILLAGE. Hint: Think of a place where everyone feels like neighbors, no matter the distance! 🌍
- 17. Chopper coat (6) — Answer: ENAMEL. Hint: Think of a shiny finish that protects and decorates! ✨
- 19. Porcupine spike (5) — Answer: QUILL. Hint: Think of a sharp feature that helps some animals defend themselves! 🦔
- 22. In the offing (5) — Answer: AFOOT. Hint: Something exciting is brewing and getting ready to happen! 👣
- 23. Study of mysterious fliers (7) — Answer: UFOLOGY. Hint: Ever wondered about those unexplained objects in the sky? 👽
- 24. Expert on a bird of prey (8) — Answer: FALCONER. Hint: This person has a special bond with a majestic hunter of the skies! 🦅
- 25. Teal-like shade (4) — Answer: CYAN. Hint: This color is often associated with clear skies and tropical waters! 🌊
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- 1. East Sussex seaside town (8) — Answer: HASTINGS. Hint: This historic town is famous for a significant battle in 1066! 🏰
- 2. Shopping centre (5) — Answer: PLAZA. Hint: This place is bustling with stores and often a place to gather! 🏬
- 4. New World buzzard (6,7) — Answer: TURKEYVULTURE. Hint: This bird might be a scavenger, but it's also a great sight to see soaring overhead! 🦅
- 5. Dotty dance? (5) — Answer: POLKA. Hint: This lively dance might take you in a circle! 🎶
- 6. City in Cyprus (7) — Answer: NICOSIA. Hint: This capital city might surprise you with its blend of cultures! 🇨🇾
- 7. Mosaic piece (4) — Answer: TILE. Hint: It's a small square used to create beautiful patterns! 🟦
- 8. Luanda's country (6) — Answer: ANGOLA. Hint: Think of a nation in Africa that has a vibrant culture and beautiful landscapes! 🌍
- 13. Methodist (8) — Answer: WESLEYAN. Hint: This term describes followers of a famous founder known for their emphasis on social justice. ✝️
- 15. Backfiring (sporting?) error (3,4) — Answer: OWNGOAL. Hint: Think of a mistake that could cost your team a point in soccer! ⚽
- 16. Rum, whisky etc. (6) — Answer: LIQUOR. Hint: Think of what you might pour into a glass for a toast! 🥂
- 18. Passover bread (5) — Answer: MATZO. Hint: This unleavened bread is a key part of a springtime celebration! 🍞
- 20. Creamy white (5) — Answer: IVORY. Hint: Think of a luxurious color often associated with elegance and calmness! 🤍
- 21. Foundling (4) — Answer: WAIF. Hint: Think of a lost child who needs care and protection. 🧸
The answer to “Expert on a bird of prey (8)” in the The Guardian Quick crossword is FALCONER — a 8-letter word. This clue ran in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 18, 2026, a Saturday puzzle, at 24-Across. If it's the entry standing between you and a clean grid, that's the word you need — and below you'll find why it fits, plus links to the day's other clues if more than one square is giving you trouble.
“Expert on a bird of prey (8)” answer
FALCONER (8 letters)
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Why the answer is FALCONER
This person has a special bond with a majestic hunter of the skies! 🦅
When else has “Expert on a bird of prey (8)” appeared?
The Guardian Quick reuses clues across dates, sometimes with a different answer depending on the grid. Here's where this exact clue has shown up before, and what the answer was each time — handy if you landed here from a puzzle on another date.
July 18, 2026 (this puzzle) → FALCONER. We haven't indexed an earlier appearance of this exact clue yet.
More clues from the Guardian Quick crossword on July 18, 2026
Stuck elsewhere in the grid? Here are some of the crossing and nearby clues from the same puzzle — tap any for its answer and explanation.
- New World buzzard (6,7) → TURKEYVULTURE
- Backfiring (sporting?) error (3,4) → OWNGOAL
- Passover bread (5) → MATZO
- Foundling (4) → WAIF
- Study of mysterious fliers (7) → UFOLOGY
- Teal-like shade (4) → CYAN
- In the offing (5) → AFOOT
- Creamy white (5) → IVORY
Want every clue in one place? The full The Guardian Quick answer list for July 18, 2026 is on that day's grid page, and today's live Guardian Quick answers are always one tap from the today page.
About the Guardian Quick Crossword
The Guardian Quick Crossword is a British straight-definition daily (typically around 13×13) — no cryptic wordplay, just clean definitions and abbreviations. This page covers a Saturday puzzle. Because answers favour common UK vocabulary and short fill, seeing a confirmation once makes the next appearance easy to spot.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Expert on a bird of prey (8)”?
The answer is FALCONER, a 8-letter word. It appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 18, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Expert on a bird of prey (8)”?
8 letters: FALCONER.
Where did this clue appear?
In the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 18, 2026 (a Saturday puzzle), at 24-Across.
Can “Expert on a bird of prey (8)” have a different answer?
Yes — The Guardian Quick sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day's Guardian Quick answers?
The full grid for July 18, 2026 is on the Guardian Quick answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.