| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Reason, - cause | ||
| Fundamental, the ... principles | ||
| Root, close to victory carried by inferior player? | The Telegraph Toughie | 05 Jun 2024 |
| Concealed but detectable (10) | ||
| Basic failure to meet storytelling quota? | The Guardian Cryptic | 01 Mar 2022 |
| Basic failure to meet storytelling quota? | ||
| Basic quality ultimately needed in lackey | ||
| Basic pay finally accepted by subordinate | The Times Cryptic | 17 Aug 2016 |
| Fundamental cardinal? | Irish Times Crosaire | 11 Aug 2016 |
| Fundamental |