Song given smashing analysis (6-9)

From Daily Telegraph Cryptic 3372, 20A

20A — Song given smashing analysis (6-9)NUMBER-CRUNCHING

  • Definition
    Definition found: 'analysis' — The straight definition sits at the end — a single word for heavy-duty data work.
  • Wordplay
    Wordplay: Charade
  • Synonym
    Synonyms spotted: 'Song' → NUMBER
  • Synonym
    Synonyms spotted: 'smashing' → CRUNCHING
  • Assembly
    NUMBER + CRUNCHING = NUMBER-CRUNCHING

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