The Hindu : The Hindu Crossword 7678

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Wednesday, May 21, 2003

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The Hindu Crossword 7678

Across

1 Asked for more evidence of an upturn in the economy? (9,6)

9 Or is incarcerated in utter distress and anguish (7)

10 A ladylike looker? (7)

11 In no condition to get down to the article? (3,2,2,2)

12 Painter is given direction to lift his works (5)

13 Universities get in league with this creeper (3)

15 Not the only part of the U.K. wanting tax to come down! (8)

18 Trail behind even when uninvited (3,5)

19 A poem about a female deer (3)

23 Became fit for use (5)

24 If not, then just one of the pair may be stupid (9)

26 A U.S. city made famous for its amusement park (7)

27 Sure to die in revolt for all that is left (7)

28 There's no reason behind such a driving impulse (7,8)

Down

1 Means to stop and isn't worried about it? (7)

2 Copper gets to charge a clergyman! (6)

3 Furnish with everything needed (5)

4 Stole right concoction of high alcohol (6)

5 Foolish person to measure depth of sump with a rod (3,5)

6 Former city area reproved and cursed (9)

7 Daring Norse chieftain circumvented by a fellow from

across the Atlantic (8)

8 Dense diplomats tumble down from higher to a lower place (7)

14 Express willingness to edit true novel (9)

16 Urge industry to grow this edible fruit (3,5)

17 Tell Al that it is an unceremonious occasion (8)

18 Winter rainfall hides the field of military operations (7)

20 Ready at hand to give a gift (7)

21 Ron has put her straight (6)

22 Stay in concealed place to observe wild animals! (6)

25 Receive stolen goods! (5)

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The Hindu Crossword 7678

Solution to puzzle 7677

Anjaneya, a perfect foil to Lord Rama

dated May 21, 1953: Don't!

dated May 21, 1953: Supporting hand-made goods