| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Botching run, stay on like a despot | ||
| Cruel newbie setters overwhelming girl | ||
| Overpowering sort, lacking exercise, chased talent | The Telegraph Toughie | 12 Jun 2015 |
| Oppressive temperature year upon year around Ohio | The Telegraph Toughie | 06 Feb 2015 |
| Unjustly severe | ||
| Crushing the people. | ||
| Despotic. |