9 October 2023 · 10 clues

Oct 9 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.

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Across

  1. 1A On the ___ of the moment: impulsively SPUR
  2. 5A "... ish" ORSO
  3. 6A State which gave India's first President BIHAR
  4. 8A "A ____ formality!' MERE
  5. 9A Allahabad, ___while name of Prayagraj ERST

Down

  1. 1D ___ story, as often seen on talent shows on TV SOB
  2. 2D Like 2 or 3, but not 1 or 4 PRIME
  3. 3D Person who might walk you down the aisle USHER
  4. 4D Pig : Oinks :: Lion : ___ ROARS
  5. 7D No longer employed: Abbr. RET
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