CLUES No. 784

1. The farthest; most distant place. (7) 5. To form by interlacing threads or strips of some material. (5) 8. Entertain in an enjoyable or cheerful manner. (5) 9. Measurement of distance travelled. (7) 10. Practice of preparation of soil before sowing. (7) 11. Choose a leader. (5) 12. Roman god of agriculture and vegetation. (6) 14. Rise to a higher point or rank. (6) 17. In a brimming state. (5) 19. Foreshadow or presage. (7) 22. Abnormal condition that interferes with vital physiological processes. (7) 23. Be influenced by a subjective point of view, bias. (5) 24. Repeat the exam again. (5) 25. Causes delay or difficulty in; hampers. (7) 1. To praise; extol. (5) 2. Close-fitting outer garment, with or without sleeves. (7) 3. The last of any series. (5) 4. Heat of mind or passion. (6) 5. Folding pocketbooks to hold money, credit cards etc. (7) 6. Die down. (5) 7. Raised and set in an upright or vertical position. (7) 12. Defamation, calumny. (7) 13. In full sway; widespread or unchecked. (7) 15. Raise to a higher state. (7) 16. The faculty or power of oral communication. (6) 18. Corrodes. (5) 20. Yellowish amber sap. (5) 21. Lovers trysts. (5) Entries should be written clearly and addressed to the Editor, the Sunday Times, P. O. Box 1136, Colombo 2, to reach on or before 12 noon, January 27, 2015. Write Times Crossword, No.784 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 February 1, 2015. Name ................................................................................................................ Address: ................................................................................................................

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