Desmond —, television presenter whose credits include Match of the Day and Countdown (5)
Archive answer — August 19, 2026
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“LYNAM” is the published 5-letter fill for 4 Down. Use the crossing letters in the grid below to verify how it fits.
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The answer to “Desmond —, television presenter whose credits include Match of the Day and Countdown (5)” in the Mirror Quiz Crossword is LYNAM — a 5-letter word. It appears in our available data for August 19, 2026 at 4-Down. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
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Why does LYNAM fit?
LYNAM is the published 5-letter answer at 4-Down. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
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What is the answer to “Desmond —, television presenter whose credits include Match of the Day and Countdown (5)”?
The answer is LYNAM.
How many letters are in the answer?
5 letters: LYNAM.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the Mirror Quiz Crossword for August 19, 2026 at 4-Down.
Can this clue have a different answer?
Yes. Crossword clues may be reused with a different fill depending on the grid. Recent matching appearances are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day’s answers?
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