24 November 2025 · 12 clues

Nov 24 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 ___-up demand PENT
  2. 5A Fragrant wood (called Deodar in India) CEDAR
  3. 6A Character in "The Alchemist" FATIMA
  4. 7A Marching together, as at a school parade INSTEP
  5. 8A ____ in (lured) ROPED
  6. 9A Honey-based liqour MEAD

Down

  1. 1D Place to pamper a pup PETSPA
  2. 2D How many stories are published in newspapers? EDITED
  3. 3D Like pets but not strays NAMED
  4. 4D Mouse catcher TRAP
  5. 5D Lake house rental CANOE
  6. 6D Solid FIRM
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