| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Influence below the surface (12) | ||
| Rip tide | The Times Concise | 01 May 2022 |
| Unconscious present influence that's hidden | ||
| Feeling up to date when following French and German articles | ||
| One of the vibes from one of The Undertones | Irish Times Crosaire | 02 Oct 2015 |
| Cleared of stink, rogue scoundrel let out whiff | The Telegraph Toughie | 14 Jan 2015 |
| Hidden force. |