The first DIY operation is neat (4)

From Express Cryptic 20260609, 1A —

1A — The first DIY operation is neat (4)TIDY

  • Definition
    Definition found: 'neat' — The last word is the definition.
  • Indicator
    Indicator found: 'first'
  • Operation
    'first' signals a letter_selection operation
  • Fodder
    Fodder: 'The'
  • Indicator
    Indicator found: 'operation'
  • Operation
    'operation' signals a anagram operation
  • Fodder
    Fodder: 'DIY'
  • Assembly
    T + (DIY > IDY) = TIDY

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