For a writer of old, a set-back Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% AESOP For a writer of old, a set-back (5)
8% OPEN Honest old writer (4) (4) Mirror Cryptic Aug 19, 2026
8% NEPAL Los Angeles writer back in Asian country (5) The Telegraph Cryptic Aug 10, 2026
8% OPENAIR Old swan song in an alfresco setting (7) The Telegraph Cryptic Aug 5, 2026
8% TYPE Word with set, cast or writer (4) New York Times Jul 25, 2026
8% PENS Writers' writers? (4)
7% JULES Writer Verne (5) Thomas Joseph Sep 3, 2026
7% POE "The Raven" writer (3) Newsday Sep 2, 2026
7% THERAPY Trim back, cutting your old treatment (7) The Telegraph Toughie Aug 28, 2026
7% PEN Writer's tool (3)
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