| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Watch others play with e.g. gun before magistrates (4,3,5) | The Guardian Cryptic | 28 Nov 2024 |
| Be a substitute | The Times Sunday Concise | 15 Sep 2024 |
| Fail to get playing time (3 wds.) | ||
| Manager said to the sub - first quarter of 18 across at first match will decide if one has a case to answer! | Irish Times Crosaire | 28 Jan 2015 |
| Be a B-team player | ||
| Be a B-team player | ||
| Serve as a substitute on a team | ||
| Be held in reserve | ||
| Act like a second-stringer | ||
| Don't get to play | ||
| Wait to play |