Universal Crossword

ACROSS 1 Yang’s balance Nike competitor Hindu god of love Part of nonverbal communication, surprisingly Vintageinspired Frosts Remove from power It means “mixedspice tea” in Hindi ___-Wan Kenobi “My goodness,” to a Minnesotan Bookkeeping records Bumpy hoppers “Prosit!” sayer’s mug Things left on the cutting-room floor? MBA course Makara or Kraken Day to post a throwback picture: Abbr. Radio shows featuring listener participation First seeker of knowledge? 4 9 13 14

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Detection devices used by the Space Force Sweeties Zaps, as an unwanted tattoo “Rome ___ built in a day” Crown worn with a gown Faux pal? Skipped to the end, say Sun, in Seville Mom pulled in many directions? Ready to be served “___ & Roy” (TV series set in Monsterdale) Colorful flower part Regrets Alley-oop, e.g. “4 realz?!” Place for pen pals? DOWN

1 “Fer sure!”

2 Film with Joy and Sadness Volleyball barrier Knight wear They keep things fresh ___-bitsy Zodiac crustacean Mixes or fixes “Wicked!” 38 39 43 45 53 54

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Was sore Cold cuts and such Garage sale caveat They have wrenches for your plans Squirrels’ food

Egg layer Negroni liquor Stops marching French friend Chip accompaniments that may contain cream cheese Name seen in “Montpelier” Disentangles from a mass of information

AnswPeRrsEtVo 32 34

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Bet with equal odds Makes over Bordeaux red Ticks away Block Get married Oklahoma city where the yield sign was invented Muslim religious leaders Like a wild animal Stage a comeback Wrangler or Renegade “Teen” follower Hot singles? Many profs.