The Telegraph Cryptic - Crossword Answers | 2022 08 09

crossword answers
Clue Answer
Most basic work misspelt SIMPLEST
Many capsize entering Scottish island base MULTIPLE
Dismayed, a spook has a change of heart AGHAST
Yellowish green colour under tip of such rock LIMESTONE
Guarantee Republican dismissed result ENSUE
Wife poorly following second drink SWILL
Brazilian footballer's blocking bad shot, almost desperate HOPELESS
Nobody attending initially -- director's lowest point NADIR
Uprising in Africa is alienating continent ASIA
Takes advantage of public transport (not second-class) USES
Fishy lady from Maine -- male's captivated by bust MERMAID
Private's not to win in court CLOSET
Cleaner wary about boy CHARLADY
One should make you better fudge DOCTOR
Dainty from food shop Charlie consumed DELICATE
Some deny MP hugged beautiful woman NYMPH
Liberal or a Conservative's uplifting song of joy CAROL
Mischievous sprite could make you lose your sight, virtually GOBLIN