| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Diderot's coinage "l'esprit de l'____" ("staircase wit") refers to thinking of a perfect reply too late | The Times Specialist Sunday | 04 Oct 2026 |
| Cries for ale coming from the staircase (8) | ||
| Getting round London area, swaggering chap misses museum staircase | The Telegraph Toughie | 01 Jan 2016 |