Cryptic crossword clue
Dull group making a difference? 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word MATTERING

I've seen this crossword clue in The Times
M
A
T
T
E
R
I
N
G

Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "making a difference" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case making a difference = mattering.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does MATTERING mean?

MATTERING verb
  1. To be important.
  2. (in negative constructions) To care about, to mind; to find important.
  3. To form pus or matter, as an abscess; to maturate.
MATTERING noun
  1. The quality of something that matters; significance; importance.

Latest crossword clues with full explanations