| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Trivial affair keeping Wellington away from the front? | ||
| Measure the fish? That's silly (8) | ||
| Silly fish 12 inches long (8) | ||
| Petty playing about involving third of set | The Times Cryptic | 07 Oct 2021 |
| Messing around time for minor | The Telegraph Cryptic | 05 Aug 2021 |
| Rank occupied by lecturer of minor importance | ||
| Silly: Colloq. |