Quick crossword No 17,536
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Across
- 1. Electrical item momentarily illuminating things (5,4) — Answer: FLASHLAMP. Hint: This handy device can brighten your path when the lights go out! 🔦
- 8. Blue - purplish butterfly (5) — Answer: AZURE. Hint: Think of a color often associated with clear skies and serene waters! 💙
- 9. Monkey with long face (7) — Answer: MACAQUE. Hint: This playful primate is often found swinging through trees in tropical regions! 🐒
- 10. Lewdness (8) — Answer: RIBALDRY. Hint: Think of a term that describes naughty humor or risqué behavior! 😏
- 11. Metal, atomic number 30 (4) — Answer: ZINC. Hint: Think of a metal commonly used in galvanization! 🔩
- 13. Unilateral (3-3) — Answer: ONEWAY. Hint: Think of a route that only goes in one direction! 🚦
- 14. Tiny tree art (6) — Answer: BONSAI. Hint: This miniature plant art takes patience and care to flourish! 🌱
- 16. Sewing case (4) — Answer: ETUI. Hint: Think of a small container that holds something special, often for tools or accessories! 🧵
- 17. Result of division (8) — Answer: QUOTIENT. Hint: It's what you get when you split one number by another! ➗
- 19. Mesopotamian city in modern day Iraq (7) — Answer: BABYLON. Hint: This ancient city was famous for its hanging gardens and rich history! 🌍
- 20. Small lizard (5) — Answer: GECKO. Hint: This little critter is known for its ability to climb walls and make some unique sounds! 🦎
- 21. Word-finding reference (9) — Answer: THESAURUS. Hint: When searching for synonyms, this trusty companion has your back! 📚
Down
- 1. Fade role (anag) (8) — Answer: FREELOAD. Hint: Think of someone who takes advantage without giving back! 💸
- 2. Think highly of (6) — Answer: ADMIRE. Hint: When you look up to someone, that means you really value them! 😊
- 3. Hew (4) — Answer: HACK. Hint: It's a term often used in tech circles when referring to breaking into systems! 💻
- 4. Consent (12) — Answer: ACQUIESCENCE. Hint: It's that agreeable feeling when you go along with something without much fuss! 👍
- 5. GP's paperwork (12) — Answer: PRESCRIPTION. Hint: This document is often needed to get your medicine from the pharmacy! 💊
- 6. Go through whole innings with wicket intact (5,4,3) — Answer: CARRYONESBAT. Hint: Think about how you might keep your position secure while playing a game! 🏏
- 7. Hookah - confused talk (6-6) — Answer: HUBBLEBUBBLE. Hint: This playful term refers to a type of smoking device often associated with social gatherings! 💨
- 12. Country homes? (8) — Answer: COTTAGES. Hint: These cozy abodes often remind us of fairy tales! 🏡
- 15. English romantic painter (1775-1851) (6) — Answer: TURNER. Hint: Think of a master of light and color who painted landscapes that make you dream! 🎨
- 18. Circus insect? (4) — Answer: FLEA. Hint: This little jumper might have a knack for entertaining! 🎪
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Guardian Quick Crossword answers for July 20, 2026
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