| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| DETERIORATED | Broke down | |
| UNPACKED | Broke down (concept) | |
| UNMARKED | Broke down (concept) | |
| UNPLEASANT | Nasty aunt's plane broke down | |
| OWNEDUP | Dupe now broke down, having confessed | |
| DISSECTED | Broke down and sided with sect members | |
| ENDEAVOURED | Tried to finish before a dour Eve broke down | |