Previous cryptic solution

Across: 2. Locum 5. Gala 7. Know 8. Engaging

9. Complain 11. Firm 12. Preternatural 15. Pith

17. Military 19. Forehand 21. Tout 22. Lyre 23. Tinge Down: 1. Contour 2. Law 3. Chela 4. Magenta 5. Gag

6. Lunar 10. Patch 11. Fruit 13. Remnant 14. Aground

16. Ivory 18. Loden 20. Eme 21. Tie