2-Speed Crossword

Choose either the quick or cryptic clues – answers are the same.

CRYPTIC CLUES

Across 6. Sack and what may be put in it (7) 7. Strange evils and disguises (5) 9. A person who discredits an old woman (3) 10. Tendered – with or without its head (9) 12. It’s not a rigid rule (4,7) 15. A tailor may make his mark with it (6,5) 17. His speech is never straightforward (9) 19. Happy to be back from Italy again (3) 21. Long time coming to the point (5) 22. He has to wait for his money (7) Down 1. Not keen to be outspoken (5)

2. Finish within ten days (3)

3. A noble look (4)

4. Crossword addicts should be used to such setbacks (9)

5. It means musicians are not to loiter in the bar (7)

8. A new combination again (6)

11. Tell people you’ve had enough, then keep quiet (3,2,4)

13. Gave encores, naturally! (6) 14. Squander food? (7) 16. Compulsory pre-marital reading-matter (5) 18. They sound agreeable organs (4) 20. Might she grow on you? (3)