Last week’s answers:

ACROSS: 1 Stow; 8 Overthrown; 9 Idolater; 10 Pact; 12 Groove; 14 Shunts; 15 Moment; 17 Reduce; 18 Veal; 19 Diplomat; 21 Schooltime; 22 Reel.

DOWN: 2 Tender love; 3 Wool; 4 Settle; 5 Storms; 6 Propound; 7 Knot; 11 Cat’s cradle; 13 Overlook; 16 Toddle; 17 Repair; 18 Visa; 20 Over.