Fast gallop running at rear of stable is bound to raise standards Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Irish Times Crosaire" and the clue we are solving today is "Fast gallop running at rear of stable is bound to raise standards".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Fast gallop running at rear of stable is bound to raise standards" leads us to the answer "FLAGPOLE" for the following reasons:

1. Fast gallop: This part of the clue hints at something speedy or quick, which relates to the concept of a flag waving briskly on a pole, especially when it's windy.
2. Running at rear of stable: The wordplay in "running at rear of stable" cleverly hides the word "pole" as it's located at the end of "stable," suggesting the positioning of a flagpole at the end of a structure or location.
3. Bound to raise standards: The phrase "raise standards" can be interpreted as setting a higher benchmark, which resonates with how a flagpole physically raises a flag to a higher position, symbolizing dignity or excellence.

Putting these components together, the answer "FLAGPOLE" perfectly fits the clue's description by incorporating elements of speed, positioning, and elevation, culminating in a satisfying solution to today's crossword puzzle.

Definition of "FLAGPOLE"

a pole used for flying a flag.

 The Crossword clue "Fast gallop running at rear of stable is bound to raise standards" published 2 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Crosaire	10 February 2020	FLAGPOLE