Two-speed coffeebreak

Two sets of clues – but the answers are the same.

CRYPTIC CLUES ACROSS

Firework found in salad (6) Incline towards nurse (4)

Still in the venture (4)

Possibly arming at the border (6)

9 Tiny part of a cat (4)

10 Benefit of Japanese drink (4) 12 Dance film (4)

14 Prunes have to manage (3)

16 Sick of villagers (3)

17 Picture one prisoner (4)

20 Amateur only has money (4) 23 Moan about some land (4)

24 Cult so affected by pest (6)

25 Sieve fits badly (4)

26 Woman has

time for ingredient (4)

27 Small ice creams and cakes (6) 1 4 7 8

DOWN

Old Italian built manor (5) Eccentric message (4) Nervous part of speech (5) Take out some wood (4) European rents out logs (6) Show new spirit (5)

In total sobriety as well (4) Ruler in the mirror (4)

Asleep another way, if you don’t mind (6)

Press joins small clubs (5) Youngsters negotiating cost with student (5)

19 Vehicles considered as out (5) 21 Part of community (4)

22 Endlessly regretting

destruction (4)

Solutions in next week’s

Sunday Mirror 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 13 15

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QUICK CLUES ACROSS

Spaceship (6) Look after (4) Level (4)

Edge (6)

Particle (4) Purpose (4) Stagger (4) Sprint (3)

Unwell (3) Religious image (4)

20 Currency unit (4) 23 Middle Eastern

country (4)

24 Insect (6)

25 Scrutinise (4)

26 Animal fat (4)

27 Cream tea

element (6) 1 4 7 8 9 10 12 14 16 17

DOWN

Former empire (5)

Stiff paper (4) Anxious (5)

Type of timber (4) Goes in (6)

Devil (5)

Too (4)

Muslim ruler (4) Gratify (6) Smooths (5) Young horses (5)

19 Cars (5)

21 Item (4)

22 Spoil (4)

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2 3 4 5 6 11 13 15 16 18

Solutions in next week’s Sunday Mirror

Which one of our four definitions is correct? endSHIP

1 2 3 4

Termination of a friendship Small village

Conclusion, finale

Boat on the edge of a fleet

Aries

It isn’t easy to show enthusiasm you don’t really feel. Outside events are starting to get you down. You have a lot on your mind and you don’t really want to explain this to a friend who points out you haven’t been as lively or as passionate as usual since the start of the year. for more call 0905 789 4171 Taurus april 21 – may 21 Future plans come under discussion. You aren’t ready yet to commit to making a travel booking in case this is yet again cancelled. Someone thinks you are being too cautious or pessimistic. Tread carefully to keep arguments at bay. If you can’t reach agreement, change the subject. for more call 0905 789 4172

(80p/min + network access charge) Gemini

You long for a change. You rarely feel content when life gets too habitual. It is difficult to say what is the norm these days but you’re ready to break away from what has become routine. In your eagerness to try something different you might bite off more than you can chew. for more call 0905 789 4173

Cancer

march 21–april 20

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may 22 –June 21

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June 22 –July 23

You haven’t been very organised recently and you want to do something about it. Activities that come under the heading of dreary old duty haven’t exactly inspired you. If you plan the days ahead and get a balance between work and play you will get the maximum out of every day. for more call 0905 789 4174

(80p/min + network access charge) Leo July 24 – august 23 You’re tired of being influenced by a friend who always looks on the dark side. They take a negative view of anything they don’t understand. Their attitude is holding you back and you’re missing out on some good opportunities. Keeping a positive outlook is your first step to happiness and success. for more call 0905 789 4175

(80p/min + network access charge) Virgo aug 24– sept 23 You might not have been able to see your family and friends as much as you had wanted to over the past year but that doesn’t make them less important. Loved ones play an important role in your life and you are now more aware than ever before of the value of your closest relationships. for more call 0905 789 4176 (80p/min + network access charge)

Libra sept 24–oct 23 It has taken a lot of willpower, work and dedication to complete a training course or an online workshop. You should feel very proud of your newly acquired skills. Now you have reached your goal, your next aim is to find a way to put new skills and knowledge to good use. for more call 0905 789 4177

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Scorpio

oct 24 – nov 22 The best way to handle a friend’s sudden competitiveness is to pretend you haven’t noticed. Ignore it and don’t get drawn into their mind games. You might never get to understand why they’ve got so competitive but if you’re diplomatic, this frustrating episode will be short lived. for more call 0905 789 4178

(80p/min + network access charge) Sagittarius nov 23 – dec 21 Something you have agreed to take on is not meeting with that much success. You’re uncertain about what to do next for the best. You have a choice though. You can either try again taking a completely new approach or you can admit defeat and give the job to someone else to do. for more call 0905 789 4179

Capricorn

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dec 22 –Jan 20 You’re focusing too much on the physical side of your health. A new diet isn’t giving you a lot of satisfaction. It’s important to pay attention to your emotional and spiritual needs too. Devote more time to activities that uplift you emotionally. Nature walks help you reconnect with your spiritual side. for more call 0905 789 4180

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Aquarius Jan 21 – feb 19

Just the thought of the same old routines and ordinary household chores makes you feel bored and weary. Don’t feel guilty for wanting something different out of life. An out of the blue offer could provide the escape you are looking for. Take this unexpected chance to expand your horizons. for more call 0905 789 4181

Pisces

You are no longer affected by a relationship that had a big impact on your emotions. You can now look this person in the eye and you feel nothing for them. You know you have been able to cut ties and you can enjoy a new relationship in the sure knowledge you have made all the right moves and decisions. for more call 0905 789 4182

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feb 20 – mar 20

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