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From: ozzy@thimk.toi.ernet.in (Ozakil Azim)
Subject: Crossword Generator
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Hello everyone,
I was thinking of writing an X based Crossword program which should
generate cryptic clues(in english).
The grid could be either selected from some standard set or randomly
generated. And as far as the words/phrases are concerned, one could
probably use brute force on a dictionary of words and phrases to find 
suitable ones.

The cryptic clues; Ah, that's the hard part :)
One simple way would be to have a list of words and clues , and
limit oneself to that list only. but that methods sucks :^)
So, I call upon the vast resource of readers of comp.ai for aid.
Any ideas? 

Has any one worked on a crossword generator? 
Any info would be of help!

Thanx in advance,

Azim
P.S: I would prefer the email mode of reply!
     I could also post a summary of replies, if anybody else is interested.
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