22 October 2023 · 10 clues

Oct 22 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 Nightclub policy: No ___ allowed STAG
  2. 5A Conch ___, often blown during Durga Puja SHELL
  3. 6A When doubled, Oscar-winning Indian song from RRR NAATU
  4. 7A "No more for me, thanks" IMSET
  5. 8A Pressure point? PEER

Down

  1. 1D Feeling related to guilt SHAME
  2. 2D Flirt, as a tricky clue does to a solver TEASE
  3. 3D Make changes to trousers' length ALTER
  4. 4D Oversupply or flood, as lanterns during Diwali season GLUT
  5. 5D Scissors sound, at a barbershop SNIP
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