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Across
  1. 5. – Using crossing letters to help identify answers.
  2. 7. – Incorrect interpretation of a clue structure.
  3. 8. – Tentatively filling in an answer you're unsure of.
  4. 9. – The moment of insight when a clue finally makes sense.
  5. 10. – Solving clues without crossing letters.
Down
  1. 1. level – Difficulty based on uncommon vocabulary.
  2. 2. – Guessing possible answers and working backward.
  3. 3. – Common short words used in puzzles (e.g., ORE, ERIE).
  4. 4. – A late clue that helps unlock many others.
  5. 6. – A solver’s blank stare at a nearly-empty puzzle.