Cat Crossword 2023

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Across
  1. 3. (6): The swift, sudden leap a cat makes to catch prey.
  2. 4. (6): Another term for a cat.
  3. 5. (10): What every cat strives for.
  4. 8. (9): Playful and full of youthful energy, like a young cat.
  5. 11. (7): Feline siesta, a favorite pastime.
  6. 12. (5): A common affectionate term for a cat.
  7. 14. (8): Convincing someone through the irresistible charm of a cat's purring.
  8. 15. (8): Common result of a cat's grooming session.
  9. 18. (6): A fragrant herb that drives many cats wild.
  10. 20. (6): Dry cat food, often served in small, bite-sized pieces.
  11. 22. (9): A cat breed with striking color points and a luxurious coat.
  12. 24. (7): Full of energy and ready to frolic, like a cat.
  13. 30. (5): A cat's coat pattern with distinctive stripes.
  14. 32. (8): Long, sensitive facial hairs on a cat.
  15. 33. (4): A sound a cat makes when it feels threatened.
  16. 35. (10): Cat-themed writings or books about felines.
  17. 36. (8): The act of cleaning and maintaining a cat's fur.
  18. 39. (6): An unneutered male cat.
  19. 41. Purr-fect (11): The ideal situation for a cat when it has found the perfect spot on your lap.
  20. 42. (9): What a cat does to sharpen its claws.
  21. 45. (8): The breeze created by a swiftly moving cat.
  22. 46. Fine (10): A phrase indicating that a cat is in good health and spirits.
  23. 48. (9): A boat with twin hulls, a playful play on words for cat lovers.
  24. 49. (8): A cat's favorite place to sit while you work on the computer.
  25. 51. (6): What a cat might do with its tail to express its mood.
  26. 52. (7): A long-haired cat breed known for its distinctive face.
  27. 54. (7): A feline's favorite climbing spot.
  28. 55. Adjustment (17): The process of calming down a feisty or rebellious cat.
Down
  1. 1. (9): The force driving a cat's enthusiastic movement or play.
  2. 2. (6): A playful term indicating a lasting commitment, especially in adopting a cat.
  3. 5. (6): A play on "pardon," indicating forgiveness for a cat's mischievous behavior.
  4. 6. (6): Worn around a cat's neck, often with an ID tag.
  5. 7. Corner (11): The diagonal intersection of two streets, perhaps a favored spot for neighborhood cats.
  6. 9. (7): Where a fashionable cat struts its stuff.
  7. 10. (7): The rhythmic pressing of a cat's paws, often a sign of contentment.
  8. 13. (8): A play on the word "familiar," referring to a cat well-acquainted with its surroundings.
  9. 16. (7): What a cat might humorously consider itself while sitting on your lap.
  10. 17. (7): A word to describe something fantastic, especially for cats.
  11. 18. (9): A humorous term for a significant mishap involving a cat.
  12. 19. (8): The characteristic attitude of a cat.
  13. 21. (6): A cat that enjoys sitting on its owner's lap.
  14. 23. (4): A classic treat for cats.
  15. 25. (10): Play on words, A potential opportunity or chance for a cat.
  16. 26. (8): Something that provokes change or action, akin to a mischievous cat.
  17. 27. (3): What a cat has on its back (most cats).
  18. 28. (6): A cat skilled at catching mice.
  19. 29. (9): Where a cat takes care of business.
  20. 31. (4): A cat's favorite plaything, especially when unraveled.
  21. 34. (10): One of the siblings in a cat's birth group.
  22. 37. (4): A favorite fishy treat for many cats.
  23. 38. Biscuit (13): A playful term for a cat's favorite treat or snack.
  24. 40. (8): Play on words, excellent and impressive, just like a cat's retractable claws.
  25. 43. (8): A cat breed known for its lack of a tail.
  26. 44. (3): A short, light sleep, common for cats throughout the day.
  27. 47. (6): A short, light sleep, typical for a cat during the day.
  28. 50. (6): The collective term for a group of kittens born to one mother.
  29. 52. (8): An artistic depiction or photograph of a cat.
  30. 53. (9): Marks left by a cat's paws, often in the sand.