5 June 2025 · 10 clues

June 5 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 "Ee ___ Cup Namde" SALA
  2. 5A "Now streaming" locations? RIVERS
  3. 7A React to an awkward moment, say CRINGE
  4. 8A Present, as a prize BESTOW

Down

  1. 1D Horse's father SIRE
  2. 2D Hertz rival AVIS
  3. 3D Fast time before Easter LENT
  4. 4D Oscar-winning film set in Iran ARGO
  5. 5D IPL 2025 winner (abbr.) RCB
  6. 6D Embroider SEW
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