CLUES No. 858

ACROSS: 1. He questions the authenticity of something

purporting to be factual. (7) 5. Unduly high; exorbitant. (5) 8. This branch is usually a sign of peace. (5) 9. To cover with a coating of oxide or rust. (7) 10. Outranked in cards. (7) 11. Stomach wash. (5) 12. Device in a missile that locates a target by

sensing. (6) 14. Follow closely or exactly as in rules. (6) 17. Repeat the story. (5) 19. Bank employees appear to have a story to

relate. (7) 22. A tambourine or similar instrument. (7) 23. Empty, void and lacking sense, significance. (5) 24. Dislikes intensely. (5) 25. Arid state in a region. (7) Down: 1. Athletic activity requiring skill or physical

prowess. (5) 2. Gourmet. (7) 3. An insignificant or despicable fellow. (5) 4. Obscures judgement. (6) 5. Pastor’s wages. (7) 6. Dodge the Inland Revenue dept. (5) 7. Introductory passage of a publication. (7) 12. To withdraw an entry from a race or

competition. (7) 13. Specialists in chosen fields. (7) 15. Raise to a higher state, rank, or office. (7) 16. Modeled on a particular characteristic or

fashion. (6) 18. Celestial body that travels around the sun. (5) 20. Body of religious worshipers, as distinguished

from the clergy. (5) 21. A series of aerobic exercises. (5) Entries should be written clearly and addressed to:

to reach on or before 12 noon, on June 30, 2016. Write: on the top left hand corner of the envelope. The first all correct entry opened wins a prize of Rs. 1500 and the second Rs. 1000. There are also five consolation prizes of Rs. 500 each. Names of the winners and the correct solution will appear on July 03, 2016. Name ................................................................................................................ Address: ................................................................................................................

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