WORD BUILDER

Using the nine letters provided, can you answer these clues? Every answer must include the highlighted central letter. What word uses all nine letters? There may be more than one.

5 letters

Care for sick people Cherishes

Defeated player Disorganised sound Protective shield

6 letters

Cocktail snacks Take out a policy Higher-ranking Shoe lining Wound

7 letters

Fearful

Jealous, resentful Translation

8 letters

Keepsake from a holiday