Previous cryptic solution

Across: 7. Miscellaneous 8. Redoubtable 12. Rubble

14. Ranger 16. Caries 18. Scotch 19. Communicant

23. Pronunciation

Down: 1. Pier 2. Acid 3. Clause 4. Batter 5. Herb 6. Fuse

9. Embargo 10. Lighten 11. Arch 12. Rock 13. Lie 15. Arc

17. Squint 18. Spirit 19. Core 20. Monk 21. Acts 22. Troy