| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Using bombastic language (12) | ||
| Boastful Algonquin met when travelling | ||
| Lofty quote naming suspect, criminal finally caught | The Telegraph Toughie | 19 Dec 2017 |
| Lofty publication has nothing new in quote that's ludicrous | The Times Cryptic | 20 Mar 2015 |