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Across 7— In which theatrical gossip is conveyed? (5-8) 8— Marketing distributors could be nameless. (8) 9— She takes the part of Belinda Meredith. (4) 10— Fairy-tale opening for any ode, maybe. (3,3) 12— Agricultural implement with the top of the handle near the shaft. (6) 14— Showing skill — with a medico there’s nothing to it! (6) 16— Marsh plants for southern borders. (6) 18— Small screw needed for support. (4) 20— The writings on the wall. (8) 22—Used by those who write to query examination assessments. (8-5) Down 1— Put under pressure, Dan tries to reform. (8) 2— A vice accepted without dissent. (6) 3— What crawlers do in watery surroundings. (4) 4— Said hunt could be seen in the pink! (8) 5— Webster provides a piece of equipment for snooker-players. (6) 6— Cut the ends off spruce. (4) 11— Still a profit for the umpteenth time? (3,5) 13— What passers-by do. (8) 15— Refuse to accept work and present a problem. (6) 17— Settle the expenses of French brawl. (6) 19— Disorderly flight when the tour is rearranged. (4) 21— One spot round the top of the nose will produce a pimply condition. (4) (Solution tomorrow) Yesterday’s solution Across: 1, Guys; 8, All mixed up; 9, Windless; 10, Adds; 12, Pedant; 14, Annual; 15, Coiled; 17, Screws; 18, Gnat; 19, Play-suit; 21, Investment; 22, Etty. . , . Down: 2, UEside-down; 3, Said; 4, Eldest; s,:Siesta; 6, Retained*?, Upas; 11, Dead-weight; 13, Allotted; 16, Deputy; J 7, Stayed; 18, Site.