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Across
  1. 1. – A complex barred cryptic crossword in The i newspaper.
  2. 4. – A crossword enthusiast or constructor.
  3. 5. – A person solving the crossword.
  4. 7. – Writing online analyses of daily cryptics (e.g., FifteenSquared).
  5. 8. – Known for inventive, quirky clueing styles.
  6. 9. – A famously difficult cryptic crossword published weekly.
  7. 10. puzzle – A puzzle revolving around a specific theme.
Down
  1. 2. – A faster, slightly easier cryptic crossword.
  2. 3. – A pseudonym used by a crossword setter (e.g., Araucaria, Arachne).
  3. 6. – A prestigious, challenging daily puzzle.