11 July 2026 · 11 clues

July 11 clues & answers

Every clue of this Indian mini crossword by Mangesh Ghogre, with the answer and, where it helps, how the wordplay works. Solve it yourself first: the puzzle is open to subscribers.

Across

  1. 1A Close pals, in text speak BFFS
  2. 5A Make an indirect reference ALLUDE
  3. 8A "I can't hear you!" LOUDER
  4. 9A Traditional wraparound garment of Assam MEKHLA
  5. 10A Takes sides? EATS

Down

  1. 1D Amrutanjan or Tiger BALM
  2. 2D Drifting sheet of ice FLOE
  3. 3D Stroke of luck FLUKE
  4. 4D Nectar, in Sanskrit SUDHA
  5. 6D Shoulder muscle, informally DELT
  6. 7D Historical periods ERAS
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