QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7716
ACROSS
6. Immoderate (11)
7. Slay (4)
8. Flood (8)
9. Dress (6)
10. Food (6)
12. Game (6)
15. Laugh (6)
17. Creature (8)
19. Vow (4)
20. Alcoholic (11)
A troublesome and perhaps costly obligation will be shared, much to your relief. Try a commonsense approach to health and recreation concerns. Avoid doing too much too soon.
TAURUS—April 21-May 22
Avoid the tendency to underestimate your achievements. Positive thinking is critical. A friend may be carried away with his/her new image and a relative may see your side in a difficult family matter.
GEMINI—May 23-June 21
You are the centre of attraction and a role model for youngsters. Loved ones can be moody. Teamwork leads to a combination of personal and financial success by the end of the week.
DOWN
1. Horse (8) CANCER—June 22-July 22
2. Drink (6) A career project comes to a standstill, but a flurry of activity
3. Snub (6) takes place by the end of the week. A stuffy relationship
4. Difficult (4) becomes less formal. News from faraway requires
5. Spirit (6) a follow up.
6. Fool (5)
11. Flower (8)
13. Coin (6)
14. Seaman (6)
15. Criminal (6)
16. Garret (5)
18. Mature (4)
CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7716 ACROSS
6. The evening performance of “Holiday Home”? (6,5).
7. Said when I’d gone: “Try the pudding” (4). 8. “The usual” means grated cheese (8). 9. Someone bent on becoming more svelte (6). 10. Take down, at work (6). 12. Accuse the protege (6). 15. Tease about the relations helping with the gardening (6). 17. Leaves the undergarments unworn (5,3). 19. Give one more then enough for Sunday tea, anyway (4). 20. What the official scorer is, when at work? (2,5,4).
DOWN
1. It’s a craft making glass (8). 2. The gunman, returning, checks quietly in (6). 3. Again, when the fish came round, gave some to the others (6). 4. Convinced the girl’s got right inside (4). 5. Catch the chief coming back from leave (6). 6. Say it’s the way to brew tea (5). 11. Pretends it’s an extinguisher? (5,3). 13. Wait! Don’t let go! (4,2). 14. Foreign, note, and terribly toxic (6). 15. Deny, when it’s perhaps true, admitting the Eastern fellow (6). 16. Having a flavour people are mad about? (5). 18. Play a good record to finish up with (4).
CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7715 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, In any event. 8, Rea-r. 9, Lisa (anag.) 10, Drake. 11, Wake. 12, Test-a-men-t. 16, Deter-m-in-e. 20, A-n(atio)n-a. 22, Get-up. 23, (d)Emus(erp)(rev.) 24, Here. 25, Neapolitan (anag.)
Down - 1, E-nti-re. 2, An-dan-te. 3, Seldo-m. 4, R-emain. 5, St-(peppe)r-ew. 7, M-asks. 13, (W)eat(her’s). 14, Amnesia (anag.) 15, In-set. 17, Ex-tras. 18, Employ. 19, No-ugat. 21, A-gent.
QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7715 - SOLUTIONS Across
- 6, Imperative. 8, Ally. 9, Hung. 10, Adder. 11, Near. 12, Stratagem. 16, Dandelion. 20, Fret. 22, Human. 23, Maid. 24, Anti. 25, Conversant.
Down - 1, Amount. 2, Belgian. 3, Banana. 4, Riddle. 5, Yearn. 7, Clear. 13, Gun. 14, Blemish. 15, Brink. 17, Almond. 18, Dinner. 19, Orient. 21, Thick.
LEO—July 23-August 22
Financial news is generally bright, but collecting outstanding debts requires a firmer approach. Make sure your romantic situation does not coast - it takes work, dialogue and honesty.
VIRGO—August 23-September 22 Remember that the long way is often the short way. In setting forth goals and launching projects, spend ample time preparing the foundations. Romantic intrigue is accented on the weekend.
LIBRA—September 23-October 22 Conflict with an Aries or Capricorn can be resolved, but timing is critical. Partnership ventures bring handsome rewards if both parties are willing to put in overtime.
SCORPIO—October 23-November 21
Your best arguments may not win points. Experiment with more creative tactics. This will be a good week for sorting out money matters with your partner and for launching home improvement projects.
SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22
The week is off to a bright start, with the accent on romantic reconciliations. A bolder approach helps you sell your ideas. Modesty is hardly your style now.
CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20 The leadership roles is yours this week, with superiors noting your performance. Health worries should be investigated, no matter how trivial they seem. An old friend is unexpectedly stubborn.
AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 Doubts over a friend’s loyalty are put to rest and a distant family member can become a staunch ally. Local travel is highlighted, but be sure that your dress is appropriate.
PISCES—February 20-March 20
Variety is the week’s big word. Experiment with new concepts and consider new areas with interest. Acquaintances may surprise you with revelations about a mutual friend.
BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK
You are compassionate and sensitive of the needs of others and interested in making material gains. Long range projects conclude soon and a major career programme can be launched. Take time to work on your social life.